Scout Mountain Ultras 50 Mile
A midnight start sends Scout Mountain's 54.3-mile field through Idaho mountain trails, more than 10,000 feet of climbing, and likely snow or mud.
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Quick facts
- Midnight start with a 22-hour window to the common Saturday cutoff.
- About 10,750 feet of climbing across a 54.3-mile route.
- Course map, emergency blanket, and whistle are mandatory equipment.
- Runners use the event shuttle to reach the Gibson Jack start.
About the Scout Mountain Ultras 50 Mile
The midnight start is the defining feature of Scout Mountain's 50 Mile. Runners leave Gibson Jack Trailhead in darkness, cross the high country outside Pocatello, and finish at Mink Creek after a full mountain-ultra effort.
Course
The course measures 54.3 miles with about 10,750 feet of climbing and descending. It ranges from 4,824 to 8,686 feet, linking lower trailheads with the exposed Scout Mountain high point before the finish.
Race-day weather
The overnight start can mean cold air, snow, and mud before the course warms in daylight. Hail, heat, and fast mountain weather shifts are all possible before the finish.
Past Scout Mountain Ultras 50 Mile dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, June 5, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, June 6, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, June 14, 2025 | Results available | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, June 8, 2024 | Results available | Open results |
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Scout Mountain Ultras 50 Mile FAQ
When is the Scout Mountain Ultras 50 Mile?
The 2027 Scout Mountain Ultras 50 Mile is on Saturday, June 5, 2027.
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