Cirque Series - Crystal Mountain, WA
Join us at Cirque Series at Crystal Mountain. 7.9 miles featuring 2,614' ft vert. Prizes will be distributed at the end of each race and for the overall series winners. There are three categories in which the prizes will be given out: Sport, Expert and Pro.
Prizes per race:
- Pro: 1st place - $1000 cash; 2nd place - $250 cash; 3rd place - $150 cash
- Expert: 1st - $400 in Gear; 2nd - $250 in Gear; 3rd - $150 in Gear
- Sport: 1st - $300 in Gear; 2nd - $200 in Gear; 3rd - $100 in Gear
Special Awards:
- Grom Award - youngest competitor
- OG Award - wisest competitor
- Lexie Award - the "unofficial MVP"
- Middle of the Pack Award - the person that finished exactly middle
We are capping the race at 700 entries. Training plans are available with TRAINING PEAKS.
Lodging:
- LOGE Alta Crystal: Located 15 minutes from the mountain. Offers heated pool, hot tub, & free shuttle service.
- Crystal Mountain Hotels: Located at the base of the mountain, a 5-minute walk.
Bibs / Timing Chips:
Cirque Series will utilize Competitive timing with a disposable chip on the bib. Please do not fold, crush or remove the chip. You may dispose of the chip/bib after the race.
Rules / Guidelines:
- Respect private property and do not trespass.
- No littering: Carry water and food and dispose of all waste in proper containers.
- Be respectful of all Forest Service officials.
- Do not impede another runner.
- Leave no trace: Pack-in pack-out.
SKRATCH hydration will be provided at aid stations & the finish line.
For questions, please email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Overall 2026 Season Winner + Points:
Racers with the most points at the end of all races will be declared the overall 2026 winner. The top 20 racers of each event will obtain points. Points breakdown per stage is provided.
Prize Money 2026 Overall Season Standings:
Men's & Women's PRO: PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle
EXPERT: PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle
SPORT: PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle
Everyone that runs six 2026 Cirque Series races will receive a Cirque Series 2026 PEAK FREAK belt buckle.