Cascadian Wilderness Endurance Series - Purple Rainbow 100k

The Cascadian Wilderness Endurance Series events present an exciting opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to participate in a multimedia adventure blogging contest. These self-supported/unsupported events are open to trail runners, backpackers, fastpackers, and hikers, and each event features a unique and defined route which participants must complete on foot and in one push. Unlike traditional endurance races, there are no course markings or aid stations along the way, providing participants with the freedom to create their own adventure. It’s all up to you! Participants can choose to tackle the route solo or with a couple friends. There are no cutoffs, so participants can take as much time as they need to complete the route without pressure.

This unique event is not just about the physical challenge or exploring wild and beautiful places, but also about the opportunity to capture and share the beauty of the wilderness through captivating multimedia content. After finishing your route, share your trip report about your experience through various platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or any other artistic endeavor you can imagine. Submit your time via the event page on Ultrasignup and have a chance to win awards and prizes.

Each year a meetup will be held in Seattle to wrap up the previous year, kick off the next year, make any big announcements about new routes or changes, and hand out patches, awards, and prizes for the previous year’s participants. Join the CWES Facebook Group and/or follow the @CascadianWildernessEndurance Instagram to stay updated on the latest news and connect with other participants.

The Purple Rainbow 100k encompasses everything the Cascades have to offer, from alpine terrain to pine forests and challenging climbs. The route provides a unique experience for participants to explore the wilderness and share their adventures through multimedia content.

Why should you pay $20 to complete one of the endurance challenges? A small part of the fee will go to cover website maintenance and domain registration, as well as getting patches made and other small goodies/swag. The majority of this fee will be donated to trail maintenance organizations. The goal is to empower people to get out into these wilderness areas and hopefully to protect them into the future.