About This Race

The Takshanuk Ridge Run is a premier summer trail race in Haines, Alaska. The demanding 11.5 mile course climbs through temperate rainforest, along an iconic alpine ridgeline, and finishes in the center of Haines. The race is semi-autonomous with no aid stations, and 100% of the race profits are donated to the Haines Glacier Bears middle and high school cross-country running programs.

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No aid stations; the race is semi-autonomous and racers must bring the food and liquid they need.

Awards

Prizes awarded to the top 3 finishers and most improved time.

Charity Beneficiary

Haines Glacier Bears middle and high school XC running programs

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8th Annual Takshanuk Ridge Run
Meet at the 7-mile Saddle Trailhead on Sunday, July 26th at 8 AM. All racers wanting a shuttle meet at Alaska Backcountry Outfitters (across from The Haines Visitor Center at 7:30am). There will be beer/root beer at the Haines Brewing Company at the conclusion of your race. Award ceremony at the Haines Brewing Company at 3 PM so racers can catch the ferry at 4:45 PM if need be. Non-Racers are welcome, donations encouraged. Race profits will be donated to the Haines Glacier Bears middle and high school XC running programs!
$40.00
Increases Jul 26
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