Teton Mountaineering Cache Creek to Game Creek

THE 42th ANNUAL TETON MOUNTAINEERING CACHE CREEK TO GAME CREEK TRAIL RUN

SATURDAY, JULY 8, 2023   8AM MASS START.  (A 7:15 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. 

Entry Fee:

$40 PRIOR TO JUNE 28. $45 AFTER JUNE 28. $47 RACE DAY.

RACE SPONSORED BY TETON MOUNTAINEERING

Race Location:

Cache Creek to Game Creek Trail. 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 , over the pass and down to Game Creek . Limited parking at the finish.  There will be a shuttle taking runners back to those parked 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. 

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 7:30am and walking down to the start.( A porta pottie will be at the start and 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 3,000 feet.

    NEW THIS YEAR.   EVENT TSHIRTS for every participant.   Every finisher gets a finisher medal also. Teton Mountaineering is 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 Trophies.

EVERYONE gets a finisher medal! 

Runners’ Kits/ 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 needs 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 VAN 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 online. You will be required at packet pick up to sign a release waiver.

Awards:

AWARDS at GAME CREEK finish area.  Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers. Raffle prizes. Age division awards can be picked up. 

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 potty 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 July 9 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!