Smith Rock Classic
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Smith Rock Classic
Smith Rock Classic is a spring trail running event held May 29, 2027, at Skull Hollow near Terrebonne, Oregon. The event features routes that travel through Smith Rock State Park, Gray Butte, and the Crooked River Grasslands. Runners pass towering basalt cliffs, canyon trails, and open high desert grasslands with views of the Cascade Range.
The event offers the following distances:
- 50 mile trail through Smith Rock State Park and Gray Butte
- 50K trail incorporating park trails and Crooked River Grasslands
- 10 mile shorter trail route within and near the park
Logistics include a lodging partner, SCP Redmond, located in downtown Redmond about 10 miles from Smith Rock State Park; a 25% discounted rate is available with code SMITHROCK2027. Additional lodging options are available in Redmond, Madras, and Bend. The nearest airport is Redmond (RDM); Portland (PDX) is about 2.5 hours away. Registration fees vary by date: 50 mile $155 to $185, 50K $130 to $160, and 10 mile $75 to $95. Register by April 26 to be guaranteed a shirt size.
Post-race offerings include a burrito bar and beer from Cascade Lakes and Athletic Brewing. All finishers receive a custom award; the top three male, female, and non-binary finishers in each race receive prizes from sponsors. The event benefits the Ridgeview High School XC team. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
