Race Information
Event Overview
Rainier Raid 2026 will start and finish in Packwood, Washington from June 5–7, 2026.
Packwood is a small mountain town with easy road access from both Seattle and Portland, making it the primary hub for lodging, food, rentals, and athlete logistics. Seattle is roughly a 2 hr 20 min drive to Packwood and Portland is roughly 2 hr 45 min... depending on route and traffic.
Expect a 27-30 hour finish time, depending on your pace and navigation ability. Course open for 36 hours to allow for shenanigans. Racers should be prepared for a full-spectrum Pacific Northwest adventure race experience, including singletrack and true “adventure” mountain bike trails, Class II+ whitewater, and canyons featuring rappels, slides, jumps, and exploration. The trekking sections may include difficult bushwhacking, off-trail navigation, and significant peak bagging. Athletes should also expect to get wet and at times, to swim.
Mandatory Gear List
This list is based on the ARWS mandatory equipment framework, with race-specific adjustments for Rainier Raid 2026. ARWS requires events to specify which items are mandatory for that event. Organizers may add or modify requirements for local conditions.
Travel Info
No matter where you're coming from, we are here to help you find your way to Rainier Raid! Check out this complete list of information to arrive where you need to be.
Rental Info
Whether you plan on arriving from the Portland or Seattle area,
we know the best places to rent all gear needed to set up for success!
First Aid Kit
1x per team required.
Rainier Raid recommends a small but real backcountry-capable kit, not a token kit. ARWS equipment rules are explicit that mandatory gear is a minimum standard for safety, injury treatment, and short-term survival, not the only gear racers should carry.
Team Size & Participation
At Rainier Raid, teams are all about strategy, endurance, and teamwork. Choosing the right size matters.
Each team can have 2–4 participants.
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