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Salt Creek 24

A scenic 24-hour endurance race at Salt Creek Recreation Area on the Olympic Peninsula. Features a 1.3-mile looped course with 12-hour solo and relay options.

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Event dates, entry rules, qualification standards, and course details can change. Always verify current information on the official event website before registering or booking travel.

Event Overview

DateOct 24-25, 2026
Location🇺🇸 Port Angeles, Washington, USA
Format24-Hour
TerrainTrail
RegionNorth America
Cutoff24 hours for the headline solo event.
HighlightsLast Runner Standing Option

Course & Terrain

Looped endurance race at Salt Creek Recreation Area with 12-hour, 24-hour, relay, and last-runner-standing options.

Key course features to know before comparing this race:

  • Salt Creek Recreation Area on the Olympic Peninsula
  • 24-hour, 12-hour, relay, and last-runner-standing choices
  • Youth participation allowed with adult supervision

A short scenic loop helps first-timers stay close to aid, but trail footing and coastal park conditions still demand durable shoes and foot checks.

Late October on the Olympic Peninsula can be wet, windy, and cool, especially overnight.

Entry & Logistics

RegistrationRegistration opens January 1.
Entry feeOfficial pricing lists 24-hour solo at $89, 12-hour solo at $79, relay team members at $69, last-runner-standing at $89, youth 12 and under at $35, and pacer entry at $5.
Support modelLooped race format with repeated access to race support, crew, personal supplies, and park facilities.
Logistics noteRunners should confirm parking, crew setup, pacer rules, and youth participation requirements directly with Peninsula Adventure Sports.

Why This Race Matters

Salt Creek 24 is a useful reference point for runners comparing 24-hour events. Its format, terrain, and support model shape the kind of preparation required: not just fitness, but pacing discipline, nutrition planning, foot care, and the ability to make good decisions under fatigue.

Best Fit

  • First-time 24-hour runners who want a looped trail setting
  • Runners testing overnight pacing without a remote point-to-point course
  • Groups choosing relay or last-runner-standing formats

Planning Notes

  • Build your plan around hourly distance targets, not moment-to-moment pace. In 24-hour races, controlled walking and quick aid stops usually beat early speed.
  • Train for terrain-specific fatigue. Technical trails and mountain courses demand downhill durability, hiking efficiency, and reliable night lighting.
  • This event is marked beginner-friendly in the directory, but first-timers should still verify cutoffs, support rules, and crew access on the official site.
  • Weather can be the main difficulty despite the approachable loop
  • Pricing increases are listed for August 1 and October 1
  • The last-runner-standing option follows a different strategy than the 24-hour event

Event FAQs

What race options does Salt Creek 24 include?

The official page lists 12-hour, 24-hour, relay, and last-runner-standing options.

Is Salt Creek 24 beginner-friendly?

Yes, it is one of the more approachable current listings because the looped format keeps runners close to support, though overnight trail conditions still require preparation.

Sources

  1. Official Salt Creek 24 page — https://peninsulaadventuresports.com/events/salt-creek-24/
  2. Multiday Running event directory data, last reviewed June 2026.