Palouse Lodge Fest 5K and 10K Fun Run

Overview

The 2026 Moscow Mountain Madness will be held on Sunday, October 4th. Whether you choose 50k, 13.1, or 5 miles, you can expect a challenging run along the spine of scenic Moscow Mountain. All courses are mostly single-track trail, but we’ve included some fast logging roads. Wickedly rugged? Yes. But the trails are smooth and the Palouse views will keep you smiling. Serious up, serious down, serious gorgeous. All distances will have an option for a finish line drop bag, just leave your bag (no bigger than a shoe box) with us a bib pick up. Start time for the 50k is 6:30 AM.Start time for the half marathon is 8:30 AM. Start time for the 5 mile distance is 9:00 AM.

5-Mile and 1/2 Marathon Details

Check out our website (https://www.palouseroadrunners.org/moscow-mountain-madness/) for course routes.

Shirts

Place shirt orders by 9/5 for them to be ready by race day!Short-sleeve tech shirts are available for $20. Unique 50k shirt for those who run the 50k this year!

50k Details

The Moscow Mountain Madness 50k is back! The route will majority on forest single-track will provide an epic tour of our hidden gem in the Palouse. 50k participants will enjoy scenic views, classic single-track, and challenging climbs with frequent aid station stops and support. Explore the route below to see vast trails exploring all that Moscow Mountain has to offer, while rarely repeating. While the course will be fully flagged, we know animals, people, and nature tend to move or consume markers - thus, Racers will be expected to downloaded and be able to access a course GPX throughout their race as added safety. Link to the course map: https://www.gaiagps.com/public/XFiAYLLRaxLUczPmBn8UxemF/Please plan your race and training to complete the 50k under the 10 hour cut-off. This is a 18.66 min/mile average pace. We will have aid station cut-offs to help ensure runners stay on pace for a successful race, and allow our volunteers to sweep and take down the course before the end of the day. We will again offer a drop bag option at the Four Corners Aid Station, you will hit this aid station twice at mile 12.5 and 21.6, like the finish line drop bags we will collect these at Bib Pick up prior to the race (please nothing larger than a shoe box as our space to transport is very limited).

Refunds

Sorry, we do not offer refunds or rollovers. If you register for the race and find that you cannot make it, there is an option to insure your registration which you can facilitate by clicking on your registration. There is also an option to switch distances down but no refund of price difference. Any changes you make to your registration need to be complete by the time registration closes.

Awards

Awards will be given for the first place male, female, and nonbinary runner (overall and masters) for each distance

Volunteer for the MMM

These races do not happen without volunteers. If you are interested in this year's event but not ready to run, consider volunteering. Needs range from helping to park cars, bib pickup, Start/Finish shifts, Aid Station Shifts, and course marking or sweeping. If you are able to help out please fill out the brief contact form on Ultrasignup under the event (next to the registration link) and we will work with you to find the right fit.

PRR Member?

All current members of Palouse Road (and Trail!) Runners receive a $5 discount on all our races. Check your membership email for your discount code to use at checkout.

Event's current local time: 1:20 AM PT

The Palouse Sprint Triathlon is a sprint distance triathlon held in Moscow, Idaho every fall. The race distance and environment are perfect for beginners, families, and fitness enthusiasts alike. The PST is also a great race for triathletes looking to finish their season with a fast performance.

Not quite ready to do entire race? Get together with two friends and enter as a team. Whatever you do, give it a TRI!!!

In 2019, we have added a sprint distance duathlon to run simultaneously with a 2.5K run, 15K Bike, and 5K run.

Proceeds from the race benefit the following community organizations:

• Moscow Chinooks Masters Swim Club

• Moscow Central Lions Club Sight and Hearing Program

• University of Idaho Vandal Cycling Club

• Moscow High School Environmental and International Clubs

Event details and schedule

For the sprint triathlon, enjoy a refreshing 500 yard swim in an outdoor 25 yard pool, then head out on a 15K ride on a paved road past gently sloping wheat fields, and finish it off with a 5K run. Athletes will be organized into one of eight swim heats based on their estimated overall finish time. Slower athletes will be seeded into one of the earlier heats, faster athletes in one of the later heats. First swim heat starts at 7:00 am with the following heats starting at 20 minute intervals.

In 2019, we added a sprint distance duathlon to run simultaneously with a 2.5K run, 15K Bike, and 5K run.

The event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon. A one-day USAT license must be purchased or proof of annual USAT membership provided.