
Puyallup Trail Challenge is a running race on July 24, 2027 in Puyallup, WA, with an entry fee of $80.
From the Organizer
Are You Ready to Accept the Challenge?
Join us on Saturday, July 24, 2027, for the Puyallup Trail Challenge—a true test of endurance, strategy, and determination.
Your mission? Complete three 5K trails in the allotted time. You'll have 45 minutes to finish each 5K, followed by 30 minutes to travel to the next park and prepare for the next start. As the day progresses, each trail becomes more challenging, pushing both your physical and mental limits.
The challenge is simple:
Finish each 5K within the 45-minute time limit.
Arrive at the next starting line before the scheduled start time.
Miss the cutoff or fail to be at the next start on time, and your challenge ends.
Think you have what it takes to conquer all three trails?
Participation is limited to 100 registrants, so don't wait to claim your spot.
Awards for top finisher prizes will be presented to the top two overall finishers in each of the following categories:
Are you up to the challenge?
Cost:
Early Bird: August 6th - August 10th - $80
Open Registration: August 11th - March 31st - $95
Not to Late April 1st - June 24th - $105
Still time: June 25th - July 24th - $120
Create a team of 4 and save $20 (Save $5 per person. Must create or join a team during registration)Price includes:
Pinless • Cupless • Paperless
The Puyallup Trail Challenge is committed to sustainable racing. This event is pinless, cupless, and paperless to help reduce waste and protect the beautiful Pacific Northwest trails we enjoy.
Pinless: Use a bib belt or BibBoards instead of disposable safety pins.
Cupless: Bring your own reusable hydration bottle, vest, or handheld flask.
Paperless: All race information, results, and participant communications are delivered digitally.
Together, we're proving that every step can make a positive impact. Run for today. Sustain for tomorrow.
RaceJoy App Requirement & Safety Disclaimer
For participant safety, all registrants are required to download and use the free RaceJoy app during the event. RaceJoy provides real-time participant tracking and helps event staff quickly locate and assist participants in the event of an emergency or other safety concern.
By registering for this event, you acknowledge that the RaceJoy app is a mandatory safety requirement and agree to have it installed and active on your mobile device throughout your participation. Here is the link to RaceJoy: RaceJoy - Changing the Race Experience!
Puyallup Trail Challenge Timeline
Saturday, July 24, 2027
🟢 9:00 AM – Race #1 Begins
Riverwalk Trail (behind Fred Meyer), 1100 N. Meridian, Puyallup 98371
🚗 10:15 AM – Race #2 Begins
Wildwood Park, 1101 23rd Ave., Puyallup 98371
🚗 11:30 AM – Race #3 Begins
Clarks Creek South (Puyallup Loop Trail), 1710 12th Ave, Puyallup 98371
🚫ABSOLUTELY NO refunds or transfers for this event.
🚫 ABSOLUTELY NO DOGS — pets are not allowed on the course for the safety of all participants, and our insurance does not allow pets.
🚫ABSOLUTELY NO strollers.
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
14%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mcmillin Rsvr, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
42,642
as of 2023
City Elevation
427 ft
Nearest Airport
SEA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Puyallup Trail Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Puyallup Trail Challenge
Jul 24, 2027