Laliik (Rattlesnake Mountain) Benton City, WA   Mar 1, 2025

5k with 450 ft gain is a gentle out and back uphill and downhill trail up Aster Gully. 11k with 1400 ft gain is an uphill then downhill trail loop showcasing the beauty of the Shrub Steppe and Rattlesnake Mountain(Laliik). Includes a very tough ascent and descent of Rattlesnake Arm from mile 3.75 – 4.65 which ascends 660 feet over 0.43 miles. This portion is called The Mountain Goat Challenge. 25k with 2200 ft gain is a trail run that winds through the Rattlesnake Slope Preserve showcasing the beauty of a relatively untouched region of Shrub Steppe with amazing views of Rattlesnake Mountain (Laliik) and the Columbia River Basin.

Gear Weather can be unpredictable this time of year so come prepared and ready for rain/sun/wind/or snow. This is a cupless event so bring your own water bottle.

Reason This a fundraiser for the Runners of the Sage running organization www.runnersofthesage.com – with the mission to encourage more active and healthy lifestyles and its a fundraiser for the Rattlesnake Slope Preserve.