Veins of Gold at Government Peak Recreation Area

Starting at Government Peak Recreation Area runners will make their way up Government Peak via the race trail. Once to the top of Government Peak participants will continue to follow the ridge line over to April Bowl and down to the Summit Lake Parking lot. Once at the parking lot runners will continue down the road to Independence Mine! The race itself is about 8ish miles with around 5,000 ft vertical gain. This race is challenging and covers a variety of terrain including steep uphill trail, loose rock, shale, tundra, dirt road and a tiny portion of paved road at the very end. Weather and conditions can change the terrain very quickly making it more difficult/dangerous. It is ultimately the responsibility of the participant to be aware of their surroundings. All participants will be required to sign a waiver that they have completed the entire course at least once prior to race day. If you are not comfortable in the backcountry, with vertical gain, loose footing, and steep ridges this race is not for you. Due to safety for all runners we require you to carry at least 500 calories, a light jacket, and hat/gloves. Registration will open November 4 at 8:00AM. Due to the cost and effort of putting on these races we will not be offering refunds, deferrals, bib exchanges or race transfers.