Introduction to Trail Running Racing

Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running Racing

Introduction to Trail Running Racing - Rattlesnake Mountain Grand Traverse

Practice trail running skills and build your milage base at a local frontcountry trail.

  • Strenuous
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 12.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,600 ft

This session focuses on building your base milage. We will meet at a location suitable for practicing trail running.

A suggested gear list will be provided at the classroom session.

Meeting place and running arrangement TBC. This will depend on the number of participants and leaders.

Option #1 - run together: all meet at the Rattlesnake Mountain Trail Parking Lot at 7:30AM then arrange carpool to our starting point at the Rattlesnake Ledge TH.

Option #2 - key swap with two groups starting at each TH.

Route/Place

Rattlesnake Mountain Grand Traverse


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities.

  • Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, and sunglasses
  • Trail running shoes
  • A small day pack or belt 
  • Bring snacks and water
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