Ultramarathons in Alaska, United States in 2026

4.167-mile loop on single track and ski trails with moderate elevation in Alaska's Government Peak Recreation Area, Hatcher Pass

Historic National Recreation Trail between Hope and Cooper Landing with rugged terrain and scenic vistas along old gold mining routes

Remote Alaskan ultramarathon with hard-packed trails, technical ridgelines, significant elevation change, wilderness views, and Chena Hot Springs finish

Mountain route through the Matanuska-Susitna valley, featuring rugged Alaskan scenery and summer landscapes along Hatcher Pass

Extensive trail network across Basin Road, Perseverance, Red Mill, and Mt. Roberts, with over 5,000 feet of climbing on rugged, scenic routes.

Historic Gold Rush route from Skagway to Whitehorse, rugged terrain and stunning landscapes, challenging relay crossing Alaska, British Columbia, and Yukon

Demanding hybrid format with required lifts, assigned 50K or 100K runs, and a final challenge under accumulated fatigue

Rugged yet runnable trail loops with steady elevation changes, varied footing, and a central hub format in Alaska’s Mat-Su Valley.

50-mile point-to-point from Hatcher Pass to Palmer via Wasilla, with valley terrain, river views, farmland, forest, and autumn color

Trail courses through Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area with multiple distance options

One-mile loops on gravel and Meadow Loop trails at Skeetawk Ski Area, 200 feet of elevation gain per lap, scenic Hatcher Pass views, flexible time limits.