Tillamook Burn 50K
May 12, 2024
50K
The Tillamook Burn 50K is a beautifully tough, heavily forested out-and-back course, run almost entirely on singletrack trail. The route traverses the Oregon Coast Range mountain divide from Reehers Camp to University Falls and back, involving 31.8 miles, 6700 ft. of ascent and 6700 ft. of descent. There are 5 aid stations along the course.
The trails are quite hilly with a generally soft dirt surface offering great footing, although there are some technical sections with rocks and roots, as well as some long climbs and descents. Runners will cross many small rushing streams, pass by multiple waterfalls, enjoy miles and miles of remote creekside trail and some nice territorial views.
Race Day Schedule
RACE DATE: Sunday, May 12, 2024
START/FINISH: Reehers Camp in Tillamook State Forest
CHECK-IN: 7:00-7:45AM
START TIME: 8:00AM
#1 CUT OFF: 11:30AM at Storey Burn Aid Station (mile 11.8)
#2 CUT OFF: 1:45PM at Storey Burn Aid Station (mile 20.0)
#3 CUT OFF: 4PM at Bell Camp Aid Station (mile 28.2)
FINAL CUT OFF: 5:00PM at Reehers Camp (9 hours to finish).
BONFIRE: ALL DAY!
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Course Map & Profile
MAP: Click on the course map image to open a high resolution copy.
INTERACTIVE MAP: Click HERE for an interactive course map in Caltopo.
GPX DATA: Click HERE for a .gpx data file of the course.
ELEVATION CHANGE: The course has 6700’ of ascent and 6700’ of descent.
Aid Stations
The 50K has five aid stations. Bell Camp #1 is self-service with water, Gnarly Fuel20 energy drink and gels only. All other aid stations are full service and well supported with enthusiastic and experienced volunteers. Be sure to express your appreciation for their support during the race. Most aid stations will also have medical personnel present with a full compliment of emergency response and first aid equipment.
All Daybreak races are CUPLESS. Be sure to bring your own drinking vessel/cup for liquids such as soda at aid stations.
All aid stations will be well stocked with: water, Gnarly Nutrition Fuel2O energy drink, Coke, 7up, ginger ale, Spring Energy gels, PB&J sandwiches, cookies, various fresh fruit options, potato chips, gummi snacks, a variety of other ultra fare and basic first aid supplies. There is a LIMIT OF 2 SPRING ENERGY GELS per runner per aid station pass. If you require more than 2 energy gels per aid station pass, you must carry your own or have more in your drop bags.
| Aid Station | Total Distance (mi) | Miles to Next Aid | Full Aid | Restroom | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | 0 | 3.6 | -- | Yes | -- |
| Bell Camp | 3.6 | 8.2 | Self Serve Hydration | No | -- |
| Storey Burn | 11.8 | 4.2 | Yes | Yes | 11:30AM |
| University Falls | 16.0 | 4.0 | Yes | No | -- |
| Storey Burn (2) | 20.0 | 8.2 | Yes | Yes | 1:45PM |
| Bell Camp (2) | 28.2 | 3.6 | Yes | No | 4:00PM |
| Finish | 31.8 | -- | Yes | Yes | 5PM |
Course Detail
Start to Aid Station 1 (Bell Camp): Runners depart Reehers Camp on Gales Creek Trail, cross the Nehalem River bridge then begin climbing some small rolling hills for the first 1.5 miles. This is followed by a rowdy 1450' climb in the next 2 miles up to Bell Camp Aid Station.
Aid Station 1 (Bell Camp) to Aid Station 2 (Storey Burn): Runners depart Bell Camp on Gales Creek Trail and get a long, rolling descent for 6 miles on scenic creekside trail, crossing many small streams. The course then continues on Storey Burn Trail, with a rolling 900' ascent over 2 miles to Storey Burn Aid Station.
Aid Station 2 (Storey Burn) to Aid Station 3 (University Falls): Leaving Storey Burn Aid Station, runners travel 2 miles on Storey Burn Trail through multiple gullies with small stream crossings and a significant descent, offering awesome views of Larch Mountain (one of the highest points in the Oregon Coast Range) and the Drift Creek canyon below. Runners then connect onto Gravelle Brothers Trail, immediately crossing over the Wilson River, then continuing on winding and rolling trail for 2 more miles to University Falls Aid Station and a roaring close-up view of University Falls, which is the turnaround and halfway point of the course.
From University Falls, runners return the way they came, passing back through Storey Burn Aid Station for Aid Station 4 and Bell Camp Aid Station for Aid Station 5 on the way back to Reehers Camp for the finish.
Crew
Crew and spectators are welcome at the Start/Finish area at Reehers Camp. Limited access is available at Storey Burn Aid Station (Aid #2 & #4). Parking inside Storey Burn Trailhead is for race officials and aid station volunteers ONLY. Crew parking is allowed along at signed designated locations before and after the trailhead entrance along one side of Storey Burn Road. Please park cautiously and respectfully, ensuring emergency egress along the roadway is maintained at all times.
Driving directions to Storey Burn Aid Station from Reehers Camp (50 minutes/38 miles travel time):
Google Map link: https://goo.gl/maps/Eo835Wxzbcmd8yma7
Travel east on Cochran Rd for 2 miles to Timber
Turn LEFT on Timber Road for 3 miles to Hwy 26
Turn RIGHT onto Hwy 26 for 11.6 miles
Turn RIGHT onto Hwy 47 for 2.8 miles
Turn RIGHT onto Hwy 6 for 16 miles
Turn RIGHT onto Storey Burn Rd for 2 miles.
PARK only at available roadside pullouts along Storey Burn Road before or after the trailhead entrance and not inside the trailhead. Parking in ditches and other areas without a wide pullout is not allowed and you will be promptly asked to leave by the Sheriff or race officials, or risk being towed and your runner disqualified.
WATCH FOR RUNNERS ON THE ROAD while driving!
Drop Bags
Drop bags will be available at Storey Burn Aid Station #2 & #4.
SIZE: Drop bag size must be no larger than a shoe bag, should be water resistant and made of durable material. Bags that are too large or heavy will not be accepted and will not go the requested aid station.
LABEL: Write your bib number and name, in large bold writing on your drop bags.
RETURN: Please consider that drop bags will not be returned back to your race staging area until the aid station shuts down after race sweepers arrive. Have your crew grab your drop bags from the aid station if possible.
CONTENTS: Do not store valuables in drop bags! The race is not responsible for missing, damaged, lost or stolen drop bags or contents.
FORGOTTEN BAGS: Please note we do not ship or deliver forgotten drop bags. You can arrange to pick up forgotten drop bags from us if we have them.
Pacers
The event permit does not allow pacers.
Dogs
No dogs are allowed to accompany runners on the course.
Trekking Poles
Trekking poles are allowed.
Weather
Check the latest local weather here.
Cancellations
See the Daybreak Racing Cancellation Policy.
This event is located entirely on the Tillamook State Forest, managed by the Oregon Department of Forestry. In accordance with State and Federal law and Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. ODF is an equal opportunity provider and employer.