Spitfire Ultra Trail Challenge

APR
18
2026
Challenge yourself on the slopes of an extinct volcano at the Spitfire Ultra Trail Challenge. This event near Menan, Idaho features four distances across sand, rock, and sagebrush terrain. The run takes you around the butte's sides, along its rim, and through its heart.
Sat 18 Apr 2026
55 kilometers 30 kilometers 12 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Spitfire Ultra Trail Challenge takes place on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The event is held at the North Menan Butte near Menan, Idaho. North Menan Butte is an extinct volcano formed approximately 10,000 years ago.

Course & Terrain

The run traverses a variety of surfaces on the butte, including sand, volcanic rock, slick rock, and sage brush. The course goes around the west and east sides of the butte, runs along its rim, and goes down through its center. Participants may encounter wildlife.

Distances

The event offers four race distances:

  • 55K
  • 30K
  • 12K
  • 5K

Registration

Registration for the event closes on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

55 km
55k
30 km
30k
12 km
12k
5 km