Legends Never Die Half Marathon and Ultra Marathon

The Elephants Perch present 'Legends Never Die' Half Marathon and Ultra Marathon (55 km) trail run staged at Oregon Gulch on Oct 12th 2024. Bringing the Trail Running community together to run for the hills! Just five miles north of Ketchum, Idaho. The single track will be exploding with color from fall foliage and the majestic mountain views of Sun Valley are sure to take your breath away. Aid stations will be fully stocked from Atkinsons Market. If you like a challenge, and running through your own private Idaho with unforgettable views of the high surrounding mountains then come and join us on Oct 12th 2024. This year we have joined ITUS Idaho Trail Ultra Series. Last year’s event sold out! Our goal is to raise money for Wood River Trails Coalition, Higher Ground, Sun Valley Ski Education. 10% of proceeds will be split and donated to these worthy causes. The Half Marathon course follows the beautiful 13.1-mile single track loop trail from Oregon Gulch. With a race high point of 7,600 and 2,172 ft vertical gain. Due to popular demand, there will three waves starting at 9:30am, 10:00 am, and 10:30am. The Ultra Marathon 55 Km is sure to take your breath away. The course starts at Oregon Gulch and has a race highpoint of 8,650 feet, with 7,000 elevation gain. Due to popular demand, this year there will be three waves starting at 8:00am, 8:30am, 9:00 am. Encompassing changing terrain from forest to an exposed alpine environment. Aggressive hill climbs and a challenging downhill. Hiking poles are recommended. Remember no one said it was going to be easy! View www.suffer-fest.com for more info.