Ragnar Trail Rainier Crystal Mountain, Washington, United States
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Event description
Ragnar Trail Rainier is a trail running relay event held August 21-22, 2026 at Crystal Mountain Ski Resort in Crystal Mountain, Washington. Teams run 124.8 total miles across three challenging trail loops on National Forest land, with each runner covering approximately 15.6 miles and 3,536 feet of elevation gain. The course features 2,700 feet of climbing with views of Mt. Rainier, alpine lakes, and waterfalls, plus a mid-race gondola ride. Participants camp at the Ragnar Village with options for glamping or tent rentals, and amenities include bonfires, food trucks, yoga, and resort restaurants.
Course maps
Foot race
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21 Aug 2026
18.9 mi
Distance
Elevation gain
6,808 ft
Elevation high
5,361 ft
Elevation avg
Course last updated 10 Oct 2026

Stats summary
| Race distance | Distance | Ele gain | Ele loss | Ele avg | Paved | Gravel | Dirt | Narrow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Loop | 2.8 mi | 587 ft | 587 ft | 4,350 ft | 41% | 18% | 42% | 8% |
| Yellow Loop | 5.0 mi | 2,602 ft | 135 ft | 5,446 ft | 9% | 91% | 0% | 85% |
| Red Loop | 7.6 mi | 630 ft | 3,107 ft | 5,125 ft | 24% | 72% | 4% | 72% |
| Black Loop | 18.9 mi | 5,663 ft | 5,666 ft | 5,361 ft | 12% | 80% | 8% | 59% |
Foot race
21 Aug 2026
Race organization
Ragnar Events
No registration link
Event history
Race data contributors
Nick Knipe