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Overall Rating (1 Review)
5
(1 Ratings)  (1 Review)
DIFFICULTY
5
SCENERY
5
PRODUCTION
5
SWAG
5
The Scout Mountain Ultra events take competitors on a challenging tour of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest outside of Pocatello, Idaho. This is a rugged, mountain-running event in the spring, in Idaho. Be prepared for tough course conditions and unpredictable weather. Approach this course and the area with respect and come … MORE
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    marshall2021 FIRST-TIMER '22

    Another race I couldn't find many reviews on beforehand...so I feel compelled to put something out there. This race is nuts. I've run in 24 states and was just amazed … MORE

    Another race I couldn’t find many reviews on beforehand…so I feel compelled to put something out there.

    This race is nuts. I’ve run in 24 states and was just amazed how beautiful this course is. There is dense forest, open ridgeline, tons of wild flowers, and mountain peaks. The weather is different every year- this year was overcast skies with a few sprinkles and a mild 60-70ish degrees. A little snow on Scout Mountain, but some years it can be feet of snow. The climbs are brutal. 3500′ over 6 miles and 4000′ over 10 miles, with rolling climbs in between. The altitude is between 6500′- 9000′ so locals, MT and CO folks will be fine, with the rest of us huffing it to the top.

    Easy logistics – park at the high school, get shuttled to the start, and catch one back (or have someone pick you up at the finish if you’re over 15 hours for the 50). There’s no cell service at the finish so plan ahead for a ride if you think you’ll even be close to the cut off for shuttles.

    Five manned aid stations, with a few water only stops in between the long stretches. I was struck how fantastic the volunteers were- these were clearly experienced ultra runners themselves and knew exactly how to take care of every participant coming in. So grateful for all the folks out there helping with this race.

    I was rewarded with a bar of soap, a hug, and a potato at the finish, which is everything you want and need at the end of this gnarly 50 miler.

    This is a very challenging, gorgeous, SPECTACULAR race. You will NOT regret this one.

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5
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