Teton Mountaineering Cache Creek to Game Creek

THE 43rd ANNUAL TETON MOUNTAINEERING CACHE CREEK TO GAME CREEK TRAIL RUN

SATURDAY, JULY 13, 2024   8AM MASS START. HIKERS  7:30am start. (and slower joggers- a 7:30 Slow pace start will be allowed for a few participants who anticipate being slower than the typical running group)  All other participants must start at 8AM.  Everything HAPPENS on Saturday July 13th whether running or Hiking!  Virtual runners can run the course any time all summer long!  THIS IS THE BEST TRAIL RUNNING RACE in JACKSON, WYOMING! 

Entry Fee:

$42 PRIOR TO JULY 8. $48 AFTER JULY 8. . $50 RACE DAY.

RACE SPONSORED BY TETON MOUNTAINEERING

Race Location:

Cache Creek to Game Creek Trail is an epic trail run with a 43 year old history!  The Start is below Snow King's upper parking lot. Park there and walk down to the start.  Join us at the dead-end portion of Cache Creek Dr. (no parking at the start).  The race heads out Cache Creek Dr.  to  Cache Creek  and up to the Game Creek bridge.  Orange soccer cones and orange tape on trees mark the way. There will be a right hand turn across the bridge to the pass and down to Game Creek . Limited parking at the finish.  We encourage locals to carpool pick ups.  There will be a shuttle van or timing truck taking runners back to parked cars at the upper lot of Snow King. 

We typically hand out the awards and refreshments at the GAME CREEK FINISH.  We are working on a rendezvous after party for those that want to hang out together in Jackson on Saturday afternoon. And, a do it on your own Triathlon on Sunday called TRI the WEST.  

The Teton Mountaineering Cache Creek Trail Run race covers approximately 11 miles or 18 k in the picturesque Bridger-Teton National Forest. The race begins  gathering in the upper Snow King Resort’s parking lot around 7:00am and walking down to the start.( A porta pottie will be at the start and another at the finish.)  From there the course proceeds east, up Cache Creek, then climbs up Game Creek Divide (elev. 7,400 ft.) and down Game Creek to the south and west. Total elevation change is roughly 1,400 feet.

    NEW THIS YEAR.   EVENT TSHIRTS for every participant.   Teton Mountaineering is also working on a surprise event token or added raffles. 

Bib and Packet Pick-Up:

Friday, July 7, 2023  from 3pm to 6pm . Pre Race Pick up is in the TETON MOUNTAINEERING STORE on  170 N Cache , Jackson, Wy 83001

You can also pick up race morning. You will receive your chipped Bib when you arrive at the race start. Bib pick will be at the start on Cache Creek Drive . Look for a fluorescent Pink ,White, & Black timing van. 

Race RFID CHIP TIMED by ITZ ABOUT TIME.   

Awards: Top three trophies to Overall males and females. TOP THREE Age Division awards in 10 year age spans. 

Age Categories:  

 Age DIVISION MEDALS: 14 & under, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69 ,70-79, 80- plus 

Plus award to Oldest finisher. Youngest finisher. 

Top Three male and female Overall winners also get a merchandise award. 

EVERYONE gets a race t-shirt and a finisher medal. 

Runners TRANSPORTATION BACK TO THE FINISH (limited)

Runners clothing bags may be dropped at the start and out in the TIMING VAN to be brought to the finish.  Mark them clearly with your name and bib number..

Due to heightened tourism demands at this time of year in Jackson area, there are NO shuttle buses available. This is a point to point run.  We are encouraging all participants to have a plan to be picked up at Game Creek and brought back to town.  We will have the TIMING TRUCK making shuttle runs for those that have no absolute way to return to town.  Email [email protected] before race day and leave your name if you need a ride back to town so we can plan on shuttle lists for this one van. 

Registration:

Because of the need to preserve these lands there is a limit to the number of entries available. Register early and in advance to guarantee your running spot. 

You will be required at packet pick up to sign a release waiver.

Awards:

AWARDS at GAME CREEK finish area. Be ready to WIN some raffles also. 

Thank you for enjoying RUNNING and enjoying the trails. 

Accommodations:

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce can help answer questions regarding lodging and the wide variety of recreational
opportunities that Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park and nearby Yellowstone National Park have to offer. (307) 733-3316 Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm MST.  Plan ahead.  This is a heightened and busy time of the tourist season.  But it is also the best time to run through this area.  The wildflowers are awesome!

Aid Stations:

2 water stations are provided along the course. However, due to the back country location and rugged nature of this race, racers are encouraged not to depend on these stations as their sole supply of water. Bring your own water bottle or runner's vest to be sure!
Backcountry Etiquette: Runners using food packets, etc. during the race are reminded to carry out all their own trash. Conscientious backcountry travel ensures future access for all of us who enjoy the National Forest Service lands.

RESTROOMS:  One porta pottie will be at the start and one at the gate at Game Creek when you finish. 

SPECIAL THANKS TO Teton Mountaineering for making this historic run possible. 

DONATION:

 Help those that preserve this great trail you are running on. Friends of Pathways promotes sustainable transportation and healthy recreation in Jackson Hole, through maintaining 135 miles of close-to-home single track trails.

Donate Here: https://friendsofpathways.org/donate/

CAN"T make the race date?!  RUN the COURSE VIRTUALLY anytime in the  spring/summer/or fall and have a bib, shirt, and finisher medal mailed to you. The beauty of this option is...you can RUN IT VIRTUALLY any time!