Larch Madness Trail Races

Trail Running covering 5 km to 50 km in Twisp (Washington, United States)

Location

Twisp, Washington, United StatesShow on map(48.3635° N, 120.1223° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,300 m

Larch Madness Trail Races is an endurance sporting event in Twisp, Washington, US focused on Trail Running. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including 50 Km (50 km, +1,300 m D+), 25 Km (25 km, +650 m D+), 15 Km (15 km, +390 m D+), and 5 Km (5 km, +130 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (rainshadowrunning.com).

Official website

Larch Madness Trail Races in Twisp (Work: "Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024", Photo: Larry D. Moore, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024" · Photo: **Larry D. Moore** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

Forest Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (4)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
50 Km	Trail Running	50 km	+1,300 m	206 m - 752 m	Loop course	Route & profile
25 Km	Trail Running	25 km	+650 m	209 m - 482 m	Loop course	Route & profile
15 Km	Trail Running	15 km	+390 m	212 m - 376 m	Loop course	Route & profile
5 Km	Trail Running	5 km	+130 m	215 m - 270 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

50 km

Elevation gain

+1,300 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,300 m D-

Altitude range

206 m - 752 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

50 km+1,300 m D+Peak 752 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 206 m to 752 m above sea level (+1,300 m D+, -1,300 m D-)

Peak: 752 m·at 24.3 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Larch Madness Trail Races take place?

Larch Madness Trail Races takes place in Twisp, Washington, US (start area at coordinates 48.3635° N, 120.1223° 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 Larch Madness Trail Races?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including 50 Km (50 km, +1,300 m D+), 25 Km (25 km, +650 m D+), 15 Km (15 km, +390 m D+), and 5 Km (5 km, +130 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Larch Madness Trail Races?

The main competition (50 Km over 50 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,300 m of elevation gain and -1,300 m of elevation loss, ranging between 206 m and 752 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 Larch Madness Trail Races?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (rainshadowrunning.com).