Races

Rowdy Raven Racing presents: 2026 MILES IN 2026: Join the Challenge, Make an Impact! ALL HUMAN-POWERED MILES COUNT!  Ready to push your limits with us in 2026? If it's human powered miles, it counts! Join the 2026 Miles in 2026 Virtual Challenge and take on the ultimate endurance test of the year. Your mission? Complete 2026 miles in 2026!Why Join?• Inclusive for ALL activity levels: Run, walk, bike, paddle, ski, hike, swim, skate, push a stroller – it’s your challenge, your way!• Every mile matters• Earn a shiny Finishers Medal and a participant t-shirt as a reward for your achievement!• It's fun and flexible: Track your miles at your own pace and on your own schedule.What's the cost?$20.26 to register which funds your exclusive finishers medal and t-shirt!Sponsored by ROWDY RAVEN Racing.All ages. All abilities. All miles count! Challenge yourself. Challenge a friend. Challenge the world.

Get ready for an unforgettable run through the natural beauty of Valdez, Alaska! Starting in the heart of town, this course winds along the picturesque bike path, taking you past breathtaking mountain landscapes and stunning ocean views. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply soaking in the scenery, this event offers the perfect mix of challenge and inspiration. Sign up now and experience the magic of running in one of Alaska's most spectacular settings!

Run along the shores of Port Valdez, where panoramic ocean views, mountains and local wildlife make for an unforgettable race experience.   Why Participate? Stunning Scenery: The course offers unparalleled views of Alaska's natural beauty, from glaciers and mountains to diverse wildlife.Flexible Distances: Choose a distance that suits your fitness level and goals.Community Engagement: Join fellow runners and outdoor enthusiasts in celebrating the spirit of Valdez.

The Valdez Race Series is hitting the trails! We’re so excited to get off the pavement and onto the scenic Mineral Creek Trail. Mark your calendars for July 12th — you won’t want to miss the Mineral Creek Trail Race! We will run 4.7 miles along the banks of Mineral Creek, enjoying the ocean views on Homestead trail and enjoying some amazing miles on the amazing trails Valdez has to offer.    REGISTRATION - Onsite registration will be available. Registration opens at 0915, race start will be at 1030. This event will start and finish at the Ike "Woody" Woodman Recreation Center.

THERE WILL BE A 40 ENTRANT LIMIT TO THIS RACE. Parking is limited so please consider carpooling if available. We will be starting on the old highway. Onsite registration will be CASH ONLY.    The original "Pack Trail" was a trail from the Port of Valdez to Eagle, Alaska built in 1898 by the US Army to provide an "All-American" route to the Klondike Goldfields. When the gold rush ended, the Army kept the trail open to connect its posts, Fort Liscum in Valdez and Fort Egbert in Eagle. By 1910, it had grown into one of the most important access routes to interior Alaska and at that time it was upgraded into a wagon road. These upgrades were overseen by US Army General Wilds P. Richardson, for whom the final "Highway" was named. Because the wagon road and eventually the Richardson Highway were chosen to follow alongside the Lowe River instead of over the mountain, this part of the pack trail was abandoned. It remained forgotten for nearly 90 years until it was reloc