Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Badger Mountain Challenge

Trail Running covering 15 km to 158.6 km with up to 4,450 m D+ in Kennewick (Washington, United States)

LocationKennewick, Washington, United StatesShow on map(46.2087° N, 119.1199° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2011
Elevation gainUp to +4,450 m

Badger Mountain Challenge is an endurance sporting event in Kennewick, Washington, US focused on Trail Running. First held in 2011, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 98.55 mi (158.6 km, +4,450 m D+), Trail 49.21 mi (79.2 km, +2,210 m D+), Trail 37.16 mi (59.8 km, +1,470 m D+), and Trail 9.32 mi (15 km, +1,400 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Up-to-date details regarding race regulations, start times, and registration are published through the organizer's official channels.

Official organizer website not currently listed.

Badger Mountain Challenge in Kennewick (Work: "Ute Trail, Rocky Mountain National Park", Photo: NPS, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Ute Trail, Rocky Mountain National Park" · Photo: NPS · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 98.55 miTrail Running158.6 km+4,450 m1,150 m - 3,019 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 49.21 miTrail Running79.2 km+2,210 m1,153 m - 2,081 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 37.16 miTrail Running59.8 km+1,470 m1,156 m - 1,773 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 9.32 miTrail Running15 km+1,400 m1,159 m - 1,747 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
158.6 km
Elevation gain
+4,450 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,450 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 3,019 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.6 % / 10.1 %
Course format
Loop course
158.6 km+4,450 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100120140FS46.2087° N, 119.1200° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,019 m above sea level (+4,450 m D+, -4,450 m D-)

Peak: 3,019 m·at 49.4 km·Ø 5.6 %
1,150 m1,773 m2,396 m3,019 m0 km31.7 km63.4 km95.2 km126.9 km158.6 km3,019 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Badger Mountain Challenge take place?

Badger Mountain Challenge takes place in Kennewick, Washington, US (start area at coordinates 46.2087° N, 119.1199° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Badger Mountain Challenge?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 98.55 mi (158.6 km, +4,450 m D+), Trail 49.21 mi (79.2 km, +2,210 m D+), Trail 37.16 mi (59.8 km, +1,470 m D+), and Trail 9.32 mi (15 km, +1,400 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Badger Mountain Challenge?

The main competition (Trail 98.55 mi over 158.6 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,450 m of elevation gain and -4,450 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,019 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Badger Mountain Challenge?

Up-to-date details regarding race regulations, start times, and registration are published through the organizer's official channels.