Resurrection Pass Ultras

The Resurrection Pass Ultras take place in Cooper Landing, Alaska on July 24th through the 25th of 2026. This event features two challenging trail races along the historic and scenic Resurrection Pass Trail between Hope and Cooper Landing.
Runners will experience a rugged yet varied landscape with sections ranging from gentle forest trails to steep ascents near mountain passes. The start time for both events is late in the afternoon or early morning, setting runners off under starlight or just as dawn breaks over the Kenai Peninsula mountains. As temperatures hover around 14 degrees Celsius and humidity remains high at nearly 80%, conditions will be damp but not overly cold.
The Resurrection Pass Ultras have been a cornerstone of Alaska’s running calendar since their inception, with participants from across North America making annual pilgrimages to this remote trail system. The races raise funds for the local community while honoring the legacy and spirit of early gold miners who forged these paths through wild terrain.
Participants in both events will cover rugged US Forest Service trails that wind along Resurrection Pass between Hope and Cooper Landing, Alaska. Both routes feature significant elevation gains and losses, with aid stations strategically placed to support runners as they navigate challenging sections like Devil's Creek Trail junctions on the 50-mile course or checkpoints at mile markers 42 and 68.5 for the longer event.
Weather conditions are expected to be mild but damp; temperatures will range between approximately 10 and 17 degrees Celsius, with an average wind speed of around 7 kilometers per hour from various directions. The trail is described as firm yet slightly soft underfoot due to recent precipitation totaling about 2.7 millimeters.
The Resurrection Pass Ultras offers a challenging 50-mile run through Cooper Landing on July 24th and continues with the grueling 100-mile race starting in Hope on July 25th, both held along the historic Resurrection Pass Trail. Runners can register at [https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=137378](https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=137378) until spots fill up.
Bib pickup will take place on-site in Cooper Landing from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM the day before each event. Participants are advised to bring photo ID and proof of payment for registration confirmation. Start times vary; runners should arrive early at the Resurrection Pass Trailhead located near Hope or Cooper Landing, as specified by their race distance.
The start location is in Cooper Landing for both events but differs based on the specific race day: 6 AM for the 50-mile course and 3 PM for the 100-mile event. Participants must be at least 18 years old to take part without a guardian present; all runners should come prepared with appropriate gear given the remote trail conditions.
The Resurrection Pass Ultras in Cooper Landing, Alaska on July 24th through the 25th of 2026 are an essential event for serious endurance athletes due to their unique setting and challenging course along historic trails.