Move Your Way.
Build Connection. Save Lives.
Every stride, ruck, and roll is more than fitness—it’s a lifeline. By moving with us, you directly fuel veteran transitions, economic empowerment, and community suicide prevention.
Keep On Living Initiative
Mental health advocacy & crisis prevention networks.
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Human-centric storytelling capturing grit, shared joy, and unbreakable community bonds.
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Pick your path below and join the mission with total clarity.
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Register for an event or log your miles independently to support suicide prevention.
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About Our Destinations
Our events are more than just a race—they’re an immersive destination journey. Each location is intentionally designed to take you somewhere incredible, from the iconic landscapes of America's national park gateways to rugged wilderness perimeters you might not otherwise explore.
What sets us apart is the powerful combination of breathtaking scenery, supportive community, and deep purpose. Whether you’re running on fast paved stretches or technical mountain trails, every stride helps fuel the AMOR Umbrella ecosystem's mission of veteran transition support, mental health initiatives, and community suicide prevention.
Destination Course Profiles & Features
Explore terrain layouts, signature features, and location vibes across all of our iconic park races.
Yellowstone
Vibe: Wild terrain, high-elevation challenge, crisp mountain air.
Course Profile: Rugged, rolling dirt and paved forest service roads. A true high-altitude test surrounded by dense pine and wildlife corridors.
Key Feature: Paired tightly with Grand Teton for multi-race "Grizzly Double" or "Quad" challenges.
Zion
Vibe: Desert magic, towering red rock monoliths, and glowing canyon walls.
Course Profile: Begins on Kolob Terrace Road in Virgin, following curves of the Virgin River along a partially closed SR-9 with a steady uphill climb toward Springdale.
Key Feature: Early morning race starts where canyon shadows stretch and desert sun ignites the cliffs.
Great Smoky Mountains
Vibe: Serene, tree-lined, rolling river views with rich community spirit.
Course Profile: 100% paved point-to-point road course with classic Smokies rolling hills and approx. 728 ft elevation gain.
Key Feature: Friday evening 5K paired with Saturday morning half; runner-favorite "Black Bear Double" medal.
Yosemite
Vibe: Towering pines, alpine lake air, and high-energy camp atmosphere.
Course Profile: Point-to-point mixed surface route (singletrack, fire roads, paved) culminating in a long, fast technical descent to Bass Lake.
Key Feature: On-site campground options, expo, and post-race festival by the water.
Grand Teton
Vibe: Sweeping valley expanses, crisp alpine mornings, and jagged peaks.
Course Profile: Point-to-point course starting near Wilson, winding through Jackson Hole, finishing near National Elk Refuge. Largely flat with gradual climb.
Key Feature: Pristine wildlife views and smooth paved 5K paths looping at Stilson Lot base.
Glacier
Vibe: Glacial-carved valleys, roaring streams, and rugged northern wilderness.
Course Profile: Rolling alpine terrain flanked by towering rock walls and vibrant seasonal wildflowers.
Key Feature: Remote wilderness feel with rigorous logistical support and shuttle coordination.
Mount Rainier
Vibe: Lush old-growth forests, mist canopy, and massive glacial volcano backdrops.
Course Profile: Shaded forest service roads and rolling soft-surface trails under a dramatic mountain shadow.
Key Feature: Unmatched Pacific Northwest forest immersion and crisp, clean air.
Rocky Mountain
Vibe: High-altitude alpine majesty, continental divide vistas, elk sightings.
Course Profile: High-elevation rolling road and trail mix testing lung capacity with big-reward valley payoffs.
Key Feature: Dramatic mountain switchbacks and cool high-altitude climate.
Black Hills
Vibe: Ponderosa pine forests, gold-rush history, and granite monoliths.
Course Profile: Mixed historical rail-trails and shaded paths offering rolling, highly runnable miles.
Key Feature: Rich historical landmark integration along the course route.
Big Cottonwood
Vibe: Canyon grandeur, autumn foliage, and roaring river descents.
Course Profile: Famous fast, sweeping canyon-descent profile providing massive vertical drop and gorge views.
Key Feature: High-speed net-downhill profile popular for personal records.
Joshua Tree
Vibe: Surreal desert landscapes, iconic twisted trees, and starlit skies.
Course Profile: Sandy desert tracks, hard-packed dirt roads, and rolling park boundary stretches.
Key Feature: Unique desert ecology, striking rock formations, and golden-hour sunsets.
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Yellowstone
Wild high-elevation terrain, rugged forest trails, and crisp mountain air.
Zion
Desert magic, towering red rock monoliths, and glowing canyon walls.
Great Smoky Mountains
Rolling river views, rich community spirit, and classic tree-lined mountain paths.
Yosemite
Towering pines, alpine air, and a fast lake-shore finish line camp festival.
Grand Teton
Sweeping valley expanses, crisp alpine mornings, and jagged peak backdrops.
Glacier
Glacial-carved valleys, roaring streams, and rugged northern wilderness beauty.
Mount Rainier
Towering evergreens, lush Pacific Northwest trails, and a majestic snow-capped peak.
Rocky Mountain
High-altitude alpine majesty, continental divide vistas, and stunning elk sightings.
Black Hills
Pine-covered granite peaks, winding canyon roads, and epic historical monuments.
Big Cottonwood
Stunning canyon descents, vibrant autumn foliage, and a blazing fast course.
Joshua Tree
Surreal desert landscapes, twisted trees, and glowing golden-hour sunset finishes.
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🌳 Race With Purpose: Protecting Our Trails
We will plant a tree or stop 10 plastic items from polluting our natural landscapes for every participant who takes on our destination race series.
Through our sustainable race practices and cup-free initiatives, every mile you run helps preserve the breathtaking national parks and scenic gateways we love to explore.
By crossing the finish line, your registration plants 5 real trees and stops 50 plastic items from reaching the environment. Imagine what we can achieve together!
🏔️ Breathtaking Destination Courses
Explore America's most scenic national park gateways and majestic outdoor trails. Run alongside fellow outdoor enthusiasts in bucket-list locations designed to challenge, inspire, and reward you.
⚡ Unmatched Finish Line Energy
Live Community: Feel the incredible camaraderie of fellow racers, supportive course marshals, and cheering crowds from start to finish line.
Solo or Group: Take on the challenge by yourself or rally your friends, family, and club members to tackle the miles together.
🧃 Fully Supported Course & Perks
Never run on empty. Enjoy well-organized logistics, generously paced course cutoffs, and fully stocked aid stations supplying hydration, nutrition, and friendly local support.
🎁 Race Registration Includes
- 🏅 Heavyweight Finisher Medal (Handed to you at the finish line!)
- 👕 High-Quality Race Shirt (Picked up at the Expo)
- 🌱 Plant 5 real trees / Recover 50 plastic items
- ⏱️ Official chip-timed results & live tracking
- 📸 Professional course & finish-line action photos
Free Lifetime Interagency Military Pass
U.S. military veterans are eligible to receive a free lifetime Interagency Military Pass that covers entrance and standard amenity fees at all national parks and federal recreational lands across the country.
✅ What the Pass Covers
- Free entry for the veteran and passengers in a single private vehicle (or up to four adults at per-person sites).
- Access to over 2,000 federal recreation areas managed by the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, BLM, and Army Corps of Engineers.
- Note: Does not cover expanded amenity fees like camping, tours, or parking.
🎟️ How to Get Your Pass
- In Person (Free & Instant): Pick it up at any participating national park entrance.
- Online via Recreation.gov: Get a free digital pass (optional physical card available for $7.50 shipping).
- By Mail via USGS Store: Order a physical card online for a $10 processing fee.
🆔 Accepted Identification (Bring in Person)
When picking up your pass in person, bring one of these unexpired forms of ID:
Note: A DD-214 is generally not accepted at park entrance gates.
Destination & Live Events FAQ
Find answers about live destinations, course logistics, lodging, packet pickup, and event day guidelines.
🌳 Race With Purpose: Environmental Impact
We will plant a tree or stop 10 plastic items from polluting our natural landscapes for every participant who takes on our destination races.
Through our cup-free initiatives and sustainable event practices, every mile you run helps preserve the iconic outdoor destinations we love to explore.
By crossing the finish line, your registration plants 5 real trees and stops 50 plastic items from reaching the environment. Imagine what we can achieve together!
🏔️ Iconic Destination Courses
Experience America's most breathtaking national park gateways and scenic natural landscapes. Run alongside fellow outdoor enthusiasts and veterans in bucket-list locations designed to challenge and inspire you.
⚡ Unmatched Start Line Energy
Live Community: Feel the collective power of a supportive crowd, course marshals, and cheering spectators from start to finish line.
Group & Solo Entries: Tackle the course solo or bring your friends, family, and colleagues to conquer the miles together.
🧃 Fully Supported Course
Never run on empty. Enjoy strategically placed cup-free aid stations supplying hydration, electrolytes, light fuel, and dedicated medical support volunteers.
🎁 Live Event Registration Includes
- 🏅 Heavyweight Finisher Medal (Earned at the finish line!)
- 👕 Official Race Shirt (Picked up at the Expo)
- 🌱 Plant 5 real trees / Recover 50 plastic items
- ⏱️ Official chip-timed race results & live tracking
- 📸 Professional course & finish-line action photos
Bring Your Running Club to the Ultimate Destination Race
Why train locally when you can conquer America's most breathtaking national park gateways together? Whether you're a local run crew, a training group, or a club looking for your next epic team getaway, our destination races offer the ultimate shared bucket-list experience.
👥 Custom Team Camps & Tents
Enjoy designated club gathering spaces at the finish line village to celebrate your team's accomplishments together.
🎁 Exclusive Group Perks
Unlock special group registration incentives, custom club discount codes, and VIP packet pickup coordination.
🎉 Unforgettable Team Trip
Turn a race weekend into an unforgettable vacation filled with group trail runs, post-race celebrations, and memories that last a lifetime.
Ready to rally your crew?
Get in touch with our team to set up your club's private registration link, group discount tier, and team tent package.
Register Your Club TodayJoin Our Movement: Become a Brand Ambassador
Are you passionate about fitness, the outdoors, and inspiring others? We’re looking for energetic community leaders, run club captains, and passionate movers to represent our virtual challenges and spread the word.
🎁 Free Entries & Swag
Earn free challenge entries, exclusive ambassador gear, and bonus medals as you hit your referral milestones.
🏷️ Personal Discount Code
Get your own custom discount code to share with your followers, friends, and run crew so they save on registration.
🌍 Champion a Green Cause
Amplify your impact by helping us plant more trees and keep plastic out of our environment through community fitness.
Ready to inspire your community?
Applications are open for our upcoming ambassador cohort. Tell us a bit about yourself and join the team!
Apply to Become an AmbassadorSupport the Movement: Join Our Volunteer Crew
Passionate about building community and encouraging others? You don't have to cross the finish line to make a massive impact. Our virtual volunteers play a vital role in keeping participants motivated, connected, and supported every step of the way.
💻 Community Cheer Squad
Help welcome new participants, cheer on members in our private Facebook group, and answer questions as they log their miles.
🎁 Perks & Free Entries
Get rewarded for your time with free challenge entries, exclusive volunteer swag, and our eternal gratitude.
🌍 Drive Our Green Mission
Help us scale our tree-planting and plastic-cleanup initiatives by supporting participants as they complete their milestones.
Want to give back to the community?
We're always looking for friendly, enthusiastic helpers to join our virtual support crew. Sign up to get involved!
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