Smith Rock Classic
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Smith Rock Classic
Smith Rock Classic is a spring trail running event held at Smith Rock State Park and nearby Gray Butte, with portions of the courses running through the Crooked River Grasslands. The routes pass towering basalt cliffs, canyon trails, and open high desert grassland with views of the Cascade Range. The event includes a post-race burrito bar and on-site beer from Cascade Lakes and Athletic Brewing.
The race takes place on Saturday, May 29, 2027, at Skull Hollow near Terrebonne, Oregon. Distances offered:
- 50 mile
- 50K
- 10 mile
Bib pickup begins an hour before each race with check-in on race morning at Skull Hollow. Registration prices vary by date window. Early pricing applies in November and December, mid-window pricing in January through March, and higher pricing from April 1 through May 25 or until sold out. A guaranteed shirt size requires registration by April 26. The event’s lodging partner is SCP Redmond, about 10 miles from Smith Rock; additional lodging is available in Redmond, Madras, and Bend. The nearest airport is Redmond (RDM); Portland (PDX) is about 2.5 hours away. All finishers receive a custom award, and the top three male, female, and non-binary finishers in each race receive prizes. The event benefits the Ridgeview High School cross country team. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.