Elk-Kings Trail Races

Elk-Kings Trail Races - October 17, 2026

These Tillamook Forest races are tough, and we aren't joking about that. But an opportunity to run this classic race is back and you don't want to miss it.

The 50K course stays on the Wilson River trail the entire time, from one end to the other, and then back to the finish line at Smith Homestead. It doesn't climb Elk and Kings mountains, but don't let that fool you into thinking it is easy.

The 25K DOES ascend both Elk and Kings and you'll be using your hands for help as you scramble up rocky and rugged trail. The descents are no joke either and your quads won't thank you for the final one off of Kings mountain. But those views and this experience is all worth it.

And new for this year, an 11-mile, point-to-point route on the Wilson River trail. Starting with the 25Kers at Elk Creek and going west to the Smith Homestead. A perfect option for those who don't want the exposure of the 25K or the length of the 50K.

This is NOT your typical trail race. No matter the distance you choose, you will have an amazing Fall day in the forest with friends.

Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel your registration and it’s more than 30 days prior to the race, you will receive a 50% credit toward a future Go Beyond Racing race. This credit is equal to half the value of the race you registered for and can be applied to any of our races that aren’t already sold out. You can use this credit within 365 days of it being issued. There is no transferring of this credit. If your cancellation is 30 days or less from race day, there is no credit, no refund, or no transfer.

Produced by Go Beyond Racing

We put on over three dozen trail races a year. You can count on every Go Beyond race to:

• Be highly organized with racer safety and satisfaction as top priorities
• Donate to a worthy beneficiary for each race
• Have well-stocked aid stations and the friendliest, most supportive volunteers
• Challenge and reward each participant
• Put more time, money, and energy than most to reduce, reuse, recycle, and lessen the environmental impact of our events

We look forward to sending you off on the trails and welcoming you across the finish line!

Start Times

• 50K: 7:30 AM
• 25K: 9:00 AM
• 11M: 9:00 AM