Skeetawk Scramble
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Skeetawk Scramble
The Skeetawk Scramble is a multi-day mountain running event organized by Black Wolf Endurance that centers on Skeetawk Ski Area in the Hatcher Pass Recreation Area near Palmer, AK. The weekend typically includes several events that start and finish at the ski area and use trails and ridgelines in the southwest Talkeetnas.
The longest race, the Skeetawk Skyline Scramble, is a certified skyrunning course of 37K with about 11,500 ft of vertical gain. The route traverses steep climbs, exposed ridges, rocky slabs, muddy singletrack, shale descents, boulder fields, and sections of asphalt as it moves between peaks and trailheads. The organizer notes the course is highly technical and suited only for runners who are very comfortable and experienced in steep mountain terrain; it is not recommended as a first mountain race.
Event formats mentioned for the weekend also include shorter mountain loops and youth events, as well as a VK. Runners could historically choose one, two, or all events over the weekend when multiple races are held. Course maps and detailed route descriptions are provided by the organizer for each race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
