Patrol Race

Ski from Snoqualmie Pass to Meany Lodge, over Windy Pass, Yakima Pass, and Stampede Pass following the historical Patrol Race course.

ROUTE

The race traverses nearly 20 miles of rugged terrain, primarily following the Pacific Crest Trail, gaining and losing over 4,500 feet of elevation between Snoqualmie Pass and Meany Lodge (historically named the “Meany Ski Hut,” and is just below Stampede Pass). Hazards include avalanche terrain, tree wells, weather conditions, snow conditions and fatigue. This race first ran in 1930 and was modeled after “military patrol races” common in Europe at the time, but the first of its kind in America.

COURSE

THE SPIRIT

This is a team race emphasizing safe and self-supported backcountry touring techniques. Teams are encouraged to make risk assessments and evaluations of snowpack and terrain during the event as necessary. To underscore that safety should never take a back seat to your race time, the rules allow for your team to deduct assessment time from your total race time. You are on your own. Teams are expected to carry what they need to navigate and complete this 20 mile backcountry ski tour without help. Unlike an individual or relay race, this event is first and foremost about group dynamics and camaraderie. You must start, race, and finish together.

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