Beast of Big Creek Trail Race

Saturday, August 8, 2015
5:30 AM 6:30 AM 05:30 06:30

Big Creek Campground SR 119 at the "T" intersection to Staircase Hoodsport, WA (map)

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5th Annual Beast of Big Creek Set For August 8th.

Who's the real Beast of Big Creek?

Half-Marathon(ish) and 10K(ish) trail races in the Olympic Mountains. Summit race (limit 40 participants, must be 18) on beautiful single track climbs from Big Creek CG to the summit of Mt. Ellinor at 5944' and back with 5000' ft of climbing/descent. 10K is an out and back on forested creekside trail with about 2000' feet of climbing/descent.

Places to Stay

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1930's Beach Cottage on Hood Canal

Hoodsport, WA
Well-stocked fully restored 1930’s beach cottage, right at the water’s edge. With 315' of oyster rich no bank waterfront on a sheltered cove, everyone will have fun! Sleeps six, studio style, patio and outdoor grill.

$$ - $$$ | Dining Nearby; kitchen equipped

Hoodsport Apartment with Hood Canal Peek-a-Boo View

Hoodsport, WA

Diver Friendly! Spacious, cozy great room with two private bedrooms. Only two miles from Hoodsport, five miles from Sund Rock & Octopus Hole. Rinse tank and lines for scuba gear. Affordable "base camp" for exploring Olympic National Park & Forest, 15 minutes away. Cushy couches, Wifi, TV with Netflix. No stove but microwave, hot pot, toaster oven and crock pot for cooking. Two bedrooms, living room, kitchen and washer/dryer.

Rates: $ | Dining: nearby

1930's Beach House on Hood Canal

Hoodsport, WA

This two bedroom cabin sleeps up to seven and includes waterfront access as well as own hot tub and sauna. Launch your kayaks from the beach or borrow the onsite rowboat for a paddle. The 9 1/2 foot row boat includes oars and life jackets (4). Also available are mooring buoy, outdoor fire pit, rope swing, and a beautiful stream.

$$ - $$$ | Dining nearby, well stocked kitchen

Alice's Little Beach House

112 N Allie Ahl Lane, Lilliwaup, WA 98555 | (360) 877-9226

This quaint waterfront beach house rental has access to the finest Hama Hama oysters! Located on US Highway 101 just past Lilliwaup in the small town of Eldon, this property has sliding glass doors the entire length of building that reveal a spectacular view of Hood Canal. Alice's Little Beach House has one bedroom, kitchen with dining area, living room with two sofa beds, propane fireplace, and bathroom with shower. Weekend rentals can be turned into a discounted week or two week rentals.

Rates: $$ - $$$ | Dining: nearby

The Charnell House at Lake Cushman

Just north of Hoodsport on Lake Cushman | 360-893-6144

The location is perfect for the active nature lover or the quiet relaxer alike. The house sleeps 8-12 people with three bedrooms, convertible beds and 1.5 baths. Equipped with a full kitchen, a washer and dryer, and games / barbecue for a weekend away. The beautiful Olympic forest provides numerous hiking trails of varying length and intensity for everyone from the hiking enthusiast to the family looking to spend a relaxing day together in nature.

Rates: $ | Rooms: 3 | Dining: in Hoodsport

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