RUN THE DUDE!

2025 Race Packet

Please take a moment to review the Race Packet. It has everything you need to know for race day.

If you want to register after registration closes, please email reidgoodfellow@gmail.com. We will have room for you!

Route Description

Runners will begin at Memory Grove Park, heading up the road into City Creek Canyon. After a short climb, they’ll transition onto the Bonneville Shoreline Trail (BST), continuing deeper into the canyon. At mile 1.8, they’ll turn left, staying on the BST and heading west toward Ensign Peak.

Around mile 3, the course veers left off the BST, descending quickly toward Ensign Peak. After tagging the summit and snapping a quick photo, runners will descend the singletrack trail to the tower road west of Ensign Peak. Once on the road, they’ll settle into a steady climb toward the radio towers. By mile 6.5, they’ll pass the final tower and take the singletrack trail just past it, descending back to the BST.

After a short section on the BST, runners will turn left and begin a steep, hands-on-knees climb back up to the last tower.

From there, the course follows the ridgeline for the next 3 miles, leading near the summit of Dude Peak before reaching the turnaround point. Runners will then retrace their steps, eventually taking a left turn that drops them east into City Creek, followed by a steep descent into the canyon. They’ll then follow the City Creek trail back out of the canyon and cruise down to the finish at Memory Grove Park.

Note: This is a self-supported race. Runners should come prepared with their own hydration and nutrition. A water cache will be available on the tower road.

This race does not access U.S. Forest Service (NFS) land. Per permitting restrictions, runners will not summit the actual peak. Instead, the turnaround point is located before the NFS boundary to ensure compliance with land use regulations.

📍Maps & GPX Files 📍

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Registration

Entry Fee

$45: January 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025

$55: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025

$65: June 1, 2025 – June 21, 2025

Race day registration is available before the race, pending the runner cap. We will provide updates if needed.

We are trying to keep it lean. Entry fees cover permits, rentals, and race materials—nothing more.

🏅 Podiums 🏅

This race is for everyone, but make no mistake—it’s a race, and there will be a winner. We’re putting up prize money for the top finishers as a way to give back to the runners. In the end, it’s all about the love of trail running and the community that makes it special.

Prize Money

Top 3 Men: $100 / $75 / $50
Top 3 Women: $125 / $100 / $75

FAQs

Parking * IMPORTANT!: Runners please park along East Capitol Blvd. and walk down to the start at Memory Grove Park. Please avoid parking in the neighborhood near the park entrance.

Bib Pick-up! Friday June 20 @ SHP: You can pick up your bib at Sugar House Park at a TBD pavilion between 4:00 PM and approximately 7:00 PM. Join our partners, the not that serious running club, for a shakeout run around the park starting around 6:00 PM! You can also pick up your bib on race morning, just be sure to arrive early to get everything sorted.

Cut off Time: The park wants us to be cleared around 2:00 PM/7Hr total race time. If you're still on the course having fun, no worries—the park remains open to the public. If you would like to start earlier to ensure you make the 2pm cutoff, let us know.

Restrooms: Runners may use existing park restrooms at Memory Grove. Also, some restrooms at the Ensign Peak Trailhead if needed. We are working to secure porta-potties at start/finish as well.

Aid Stations: A water cache will be available near the summit of Dude Peak, but this is not a full aid station—plan accordingly. This is a cupless event, so bring your own container. Please pack out all trash and leave no trace!

Dogs?: Trail Dogs are welcome! Just keep them on a leash and clean up after them.

Crew Access: Ensign Peak is the best option for crew access. Be mindful of parking and respectful of the neighborhood near Ensign.

Timing: This race isn’t about the clock, but we’ll keep time and record finish times as runners come through. If there’s an issue with your time, just let us know—we’ll update UltraSignUp for you. No worries!

Cancellations: No refunds. This race is about the love of the trail-running community. Entry fees cover permits, rentals, and race materials—nothing more. You can transfer your bib to a friend if you want–all good!

Volenteers?!: We would love that so much! Text/Call me: Reid Goodfellow 404-759-3158 or Sean Bradley 651-387-2374

Cancellation Policy

No refunds. This race is about the love of the trail-running community. Entry fees cover permits, rentals, and race materials—nothing more. You can transfer your bib to a friend if you want–all good!

Volunteer: We would love that so much! Text/Call me: Reid Goodfellow 404-759-3158

For ADA Accommodations chat with Reid Goodfellow 404-759-3158

Partners

We’re thrilled to partner with Seek Studio SLC and grateful for their support! To help you recover post-race, Seek Studio is offering FREE Recovery Yoga classes on the evening of June 21st—exclusively for runners. Just show your race bib at the door for free entry. No additional charge, just good vibes and recovery 🧘🏻

We're excited to be partnering with SkyRun! Stop by their shop, and you might find a discount on race entry and race gear! We're grateful for the support 🏃🏻⛰️

We're also teaming up with the not that serious running club! Keep an eye out for details about a shakeout run they'll be helping us on Friday, June 20th.

Event's current local time: 1:29 PM MT