Three loops around a volcanic peak, summit included — crew-friendly all day
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A scenic and demanding three-loop course on the slopes of Mt. Bachelor, delivering 6,800 feet of gain over 31 miles. Loop 1 climbs the volcanic east face to the 9,000-foot summit and descends the rocky West Ridge. Loop 2 circumnavigates the entire volcano on a mix of primitive doubletrack and rolling singletrack. Loop 3 finishes with a mid-mountain climb to Pine Marten Lodge and a smooth Evergreen Trail descent. Each loop returns to the West Village staging area, making crew access and spectating unusually convenient for an event of this caliber. Terrain ranges from smooth dirt singletrack to exposed and technical lava rock above treeline, with relentless Cascade views throughout.
Some ultra experience recommended
Bend, OR, United StatesSeptember 12, 2026
| Location | Mile | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
Start - West Village Start | 0.0 | 6,378 ft |
Mt Bachelor Summit Landmark | 3.4 | 9,029 ft |
Aid Station #1 - Pine Marten Aid Station | 5.7 | 7,733 ft |
Aid Station #2 - West Village Aid Station | 10.2 | 6,378 ft |
Aid Station #3 - Outback Aid Station | 18.3 | 5,978 ft |
Aid Station #4 - West Village Aid Station | 23.3 | 6,378 ft |
Aid Station #5 - Pine Marten Aid Station | 26.5 | 7,733 ft |
Finish - West Village Finish | 31.0 | 6,378 ft |
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RV and car camping available on the paved parking area at Mt. Bachelor on Friday night, with an overnight use fee paid directly to Mt. Bachelor. No designated camping areas — parking lot style only. Multiple campgrounds, sno parks, and resorts available along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway (OR-46) nearby. Nearest lodging is in Bend, 20 minutes away. Discounted rooms available at Riverhouse Lodge (Daybreak lodging partner); call 541-617-7278 or book online and mention Bachelor Ascent.
Course reaches the 9,000' summit of Mt. Bachelor; portions run above 7,500 ft with meaningful thin-air effort
Mountain environment — weather conditions can be harsh and change rapidly, especially above mid-mountain elevations
Race organizers may implement a mandatory gear requirement if cold or wet weather is forecast for race day
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