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Bucket-List National Park Races That Honor Veteran Resilience & Protect Our Public Lands

Experience live, eco-conscious trail half marathons & 5Ks across America’s most breathtaking park gateways. Course elevation profiles, hotel booking logistics, and veteran passes included.

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🎖️ Veteran Advantage & Park Access

As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Move 4 Hope supports military families. All active duty military, veterans, and Gold Star families qualify for a Free Lifetime Interagency Military Pass for national park entry at all live events.

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Destination Experiences

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.

Interactive Explorer & Course Profiles

Vote Your Favorite Park onto the Tour

Explore travel logistics, course profiles, and signature features across our iconic park race routes. Cast your vote to lock in early waitlist access for official registration.

Yellowstone National Park
West Yellowstone, MT

Yellowstone National Park

📍 West Yellowstone, MT
Nearest Airport:Bozeman (BZN) — 45 min
Interest Level:142 votes
Proposed Distances:5K, 10K, Half, 22K Ruck

Vibe: Wild terrain, high-elevation challenge, crisp mountain air.

Course Profile: Rugged, rolling dirt and paved forest service roads surrounded by dense pine and wildlife corridors.

Key Feature: Paired tightly with Grand Teton for multi-race "Grizzly Double" or "Quad" challenges.

Zion National Park
Springdale / Virgin, UT

Zion National Park

📍 Springdale / Virgin, UT
Nearest Airport:St. George (SGU) — 45 min
Interest Level:128 votes
Proposed Distances:10K, Half, Challenge Ruck

Vibe: Desert magic, towering red rock monoliths, glowing canyon walls.

Course Profile: Begins on Kolob Terrace Road in Virgin, following curves of the Virgin River along 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
Townsend, TN

Great Smoky Mountains

📍 Townsend, TN
Nearest Airport:Knoxville (TYS) — 35 min
Interest Level:115 votes
Proposed Distances:5K, 10K, Half, Ruck

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 National Park
Bass Lake, CA

Yosemite National Park

📍 Bass Lake, CA
Nearest Airport:Fresno (FAT) — 45 min
Interest Level:96 votes
Proposed Distances:10K, Half, Ultra Ruck

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 National Park
Jackson Hole, WY

Grand Teton National Park

📍 Jackson Hole, WY
Nearest Airport:Jackson Hole (JAC) — 20 min
Interest Level:84 votes
Proposed Distances:5K, 10K, Half, Ruck

Vibe: Sweeping valley expanses, crisp alpine mornings, jagged peak backdrops.

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 National Park
Glacier Region, MT

Glacier National Park

📍 Glacier Region, MT
Nearest Airport:Kalispell (FCA) — 30 min
Interest Level:71 votes
Proposed Distances:10K, Half, Wilderness Ruck

Vibe: Glacial-carved valleys, roaring streams, and rugged northern wilderness beauty.

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 National Park
Ashford, WA

Mount Rainier National Park

📍 Ashford, WA
Nearest Airport:Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) — 1.5 hr
Interest Level:65 votes
Proposed Distances:5K, 10K, Half, Ruck

Vibe: Lush old-growth forests, mist canopy, and majestic snow-capped peaks.

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 National Park
Estes Park, CO

Rocky Mountain National Park

📍 Estes Park, CO
Nearest Airport:Denver (DEN) — 1.5 hr
Interest Level:58 votes
Proposed Distances:5K, 10K, Half, Peak Ruck

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 National Forest
Spearfish, SD

Black Hills National Forest

📍 Spearfish, SD
Nearest Airport:Rapid City (RAP) — 45 min
Interest Level:42 votes
Proposed Distances:5K, 10K, Half, Ruck

Vibe: Ponderosa pine forests, gold-rush history, 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 Canyon
Salt Lake City, UT

Big Cottonwood Canyon

📍 Salt Lake City, UT
Nearest Airport:Salt Lake City (SLC) — 25 min
Interest Level:37 votes
Proposed Distances:5K, 10K, Half, Canyon Ruck

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 National Park
Joshua Tree, CA

Joshua Tree National Park

📍 Joshua Tree, CA
Nearest Airport:Palm Springs (PSP) — 40 min
Interest Level:29 votes
Proposed Distances:5K, 10K, Half, Sunset Ruck

Vibe: Surreal desert landscapes, iconic twisted trees, 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.

Finish Line & Celebrations

Post-Race & Event Details

Everything you need to know after crossing the finish line: festival amenities, results, photos, gear retrieval, and sustainable cleanup.

Festival
Finish Village
Recovery
Food & Drinks
Results
Live Online
Shuttles
Until 12:00 PM

Cross the finish line and step directly into our post-race celebration village! Celebrate your accomplishment surrounded by mountain views, music, and fellow runners.

What's Included at the Finish:

  • Finisher Medal: Awarded immediately upon crossing the finish line.
  • Post-Race Recovery Snacks: Water, electrolyte refills, fresh fruit, and post-race snack boxes.
  • Photo Backdrop: Official finisher backdrop area for individual and group photos.
  • Vendor Expo & Merch: Pick up official finisher shirts, limited-edition gear, and national park souvenirs.
🧥 Gear Check Pick-Up

Checked gear bags from the start line will be transported directly to the finish area tent. Show your bib number to retrieve your warm clothes immediately after your race.

📍 Course Clothing Drops

Discarded clothing left at Aid Station #1 will be swept and transported to the finish line gear tent. Items are sorted by bib number or placed in the designated retrieval bins by 10:30 AM.

🏆 Awards Ceremony (9:45 AM)

Overall Male, Female, Non-Binary, Masters, and Top 5 Age Group winners will be called to the main stage. If you leave early, age group awards can be retrieved at the info booth or shipped for a small fee.

⏱️ Live Results

Preliminary results are uploaded live as you cross the finish mat. Official final results will be emailed to all participants and posted online following the event.

📸 Digital Photo Downloads

Professional race photographers capture on-course and finish-line moments. Photos are tagged by bib number and made available online within 48-72 hours post-race.

Return Shuttles (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM): Continuous shuttle service runs from the finish area back to official parking and partner lodging designated drop points.

Spectator Reminders: Please ensure family and friends use designated town shuttle stops or park in approved town lots. Avoid parking at the National Park Visitor Center entrance between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM to help prevent regional traffic congestion.

We work closely with local national parks and forest services to ensure a minimal environmental footprint. Help us keep the surrounding natural habitat pristine by using our designated 3-stream waste stations in the finish village:

  • Compostables: Organic food waste, banana peels, and compostable cups.
  • Recyclables: Clean aluminum cans, cardboard, and rigid plastic bottles (empty liquids first).
  • Landfill / Everything Else: Energy gel wrappers, chip bags, and single-use packaging.

🌳 Race With Purpose: Protecting Our Trails

We plant trees and stop plastic pollution in 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 recovers 50 plastic items from entering 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
Get Involved On-Site

Build the Destination Experience

Whether you want to lead an event, support on-site park logistics, or travel with your run crew, find your role in our live race series.

Destination Captains

Lead local pre-race meetups, host course previews, and represent your park location.

Earn complimentary race entries, official VIP weekend passes, and discounts on partner lodging near host national parks.

Receive custom destination team apparel, technical trail outerwear, and exclusive course marshal gear.

Serve as a Leave No Trace ambassador, ensuring cup-free hydrations stations and clean park trails throughout race weekend.

Apply as Trail Captain →

On-Site Trail Crew

Support hydrations hubs, timing checkpoints, and finish-line festivities in the park.

Manage eco-friendly refilling stations, electrolyte setups, and high-altitude participant check-ins on race day.

Welcome runners and ruckers at the finish arch, hand out wooden eco-medals, and assist with timing bib scans.

Get official community service hours documentation, complimentary event meals, and volunteer appreciation swag.

Join On-Site Crew →

Run Clubs & Teams

Bring your gym, corporate squad, or run crew for a weekend destination race experience.

Groups of 10 or more receive a dedicated finish-line team space with custom club banners and gear drop access.

Unlock group registration tier savings, consolidated team check-in, and co-branded participant bibs.

Special corporate social responsibility (CSR) tracking for corporate teams supporting our veteran mission.

Register Your Club →

Destination Races FAQ

Find answers regarding our destination race series, course profiles, travel logistics, lodging, and event day guidelines.

Our destination race calendar features scenic courses surrounding America's iconic park gateways:

  • Yellowstone, MT (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 22K Ruck)
  • Zion, UT (Half Marathon, 10K, Challenge Ruck)
  • Great Smoky Mountains, TN (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Ruck)
  • Yosemite, CA (Half Marathon, 10K, Ultra Ruck)
  • Grand Teton, WY (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Ruck)
  • Glacier, MT (Half Marathon, 10K, Wilderness Ruck)
  • Mount Rainier, WA (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Ruck)
  • Rocky Mountain, CO (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Peak Ruck)
  • Black Hills, SD (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Ruck)
  • Big Cottonwood Canyon, UT (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Canyon Ruck)
  • Joshua Tree, CA (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Sunset Ruck)

We partner with HotelPlanner to secure discounted host hotels near key start lines, finish venues, and shuttle pickup spots. Booking links are provided in your registration dashboard.

Packet pickup is hosted at the pre-race expo venue on the day prior to race morning. Full schedules and parking directions are emailed during race week.

Point-to-point courses utilize mandatory race shuttles from designated parking hubs. Detailed shuttle boarding times and parking instructions are provided on each event page and emailed 10 days before race day.

To protect public lands and national park ecosystems, all destination races are 100% cup-free. Aid stations carry water and electrolyte refills, but participants must carry a handheld bottle, collapsible cup, or hydration vest.

Participants receive a destination event shirt at expo pickup and a custom park medal at the finish line. Custom-engraved iTab ribbon plates showing your finish time can be added during registration or post-race.

Aid stations are spaced approximately every 2–3 miles along all courses, stocked with hydration and energy gel. Races run rain or shine; safety protocols will take effect in cases of extreme mountain weather.

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