The Kan

Overview

The Kan is back for year FIVE! Explore alpine meadows, huckleberry groves, and old pine forests as you weave through Mt. Spokane Ski Park and the best trails the State Park has to offer. The Kan provides a mountain race feel but on a fast course. Stick around to celebrate after the event with food and drinks. Packet pickup will be at the Spokane Fleet Feet (Kendall Yards) the night before from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Check out the course maps/profiles on our website: ponderosaracing.com. Cold beer will be provided by Lumberbeard Brewing and burritos will be provided by Old European (all included with race entry). Hangout after the race to cheer on other finishers and connect with the community! There will also be a $2100 prize purse, sports massages, restaurant gift cards, gym memberships, and other sweet prizes up for grabs! Bring your race face!

About

All distances start and end at the Selkirk Lodge in Mt. Spokane State Park. Ponderosa Racing exists to fill the gap in Inland Northwest mountain races. Currently we host Mt. Spo Skimo in March and The Kan Mountain Ultra Trail Race in June :)

Pricing

50k: $109
25k: $79
10k: $49
All prices go up by $15 on March 1st, and another $15 on May 1st. Sign up early!

50k

Starts at 7:00am on Saturday. June 14th, 2025. 6,000ft of elevation gain. The course begins with a 6.8 mile loop, immediately dropping 1,400ft over 3 miles, then climbing Trail 110 back to the Start! After restocking at the Start Aid Station, runners begin a fast second loop (8 miles) on XC ski trails, cruising around Shadow Mountain. After restocking at the Start Aid Station a second time, runners begin the 25k course by traversing through the Ski Park then climbing up the Cat Track and Northwest Passage to the Summit!! After bombing down the backside switchbacks and hitting the 3rd Aid Station, runners circle Kit Carson then climb back to the same Aid Station. Finally, runners traverse through Bald Knob and bomb down to the Finish!

25k

Starts at 7:30am on Saturday. June 14th, 2025. The 25k provides 3,300ft of elevation gain and comprises the second half of the 50k course. Runners begin by traversing through the Ski Park then climbing up the Cat Track and Northwest Passage to the Summit! After bombing down the backside ski run switchbacks and restocking at Aid Station 1, runners hit Day Mountain, circle Kit Carson, then climb back to the same Aid Station. Finally, runners traverse through Bald Knob and bomb down to the Finish!

10k

Starts at 8:00am on Saturday June 14th, 2025. The "10k" offers 1600ft of elevation gain and provides the full Mt. Spokane experience in just 7 miles! (Hence, the "10k")This course will be sure to satisfy beginners and experienced runners alike. You don't have to be a "runner" to do a trail race! Begin by traversing through the Ski Park and climbing 1,500ft directly to the Mt. Spokane summit. After restocking at the Summit Aid Station, runners descend down the backside switchbacks and around through Bald Knob!

Policies

Though unlikely, courses may change due to pending permits. Ponderosa Racing will strive to execute their events at all costs. If unforeseen difficulties (pandemic, natural disaster, etc...) with the planned date arise, the race will be rescheduled. Refunds will not be given, but a partial credit may be given to racers on a case by case basis.

Start Times

50k: 7:00 AM
25k: 7:30 AM
10K: 8:00 AM