SISU 24 PNW
Choose Your Own Adventure
June 26-27, 2027
Camp Sheppard, Enumclaw, WA
The Quest Format
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24 continuous hours
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6 Distinct Trails
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9 Side Quests
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Bonus Point System
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Live Leaderboard Tracking
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Solo or 3-Person Team
SISU 24 PNW is not a standard 24-hour race.
You run or hike trails through Pacific Northwest forest for 24 hours. Every trail counts, but distance and time alone do not win.
Along the way, you unlock side quests. Complete them and you earn bonus points. Some are physical. Some are mental. Some are strategic. Some…are just weird.
You can grind miles.
You can chase bonuses.
You can build a plan and watch it collapse at 3 a.m.
You can choose, that is the point.
How It Works
1. Hit the Trails
Complete as many trails as you can in 24 hours. Each trail earns base points, more if you’re one of the first to complete it.
2. Unlock Side Quests
Special challenges are available throughout the event. Each trail has one. Some are time-based. Some appear without warning.
3. Earn Bonus Points
Complete side quests to multiply your score. Strategy matters as much as endurance.
4. Climb the Leaderboard
Live tracking keeps the game alive. The standings shift all day and all night.
Explore the Six Trails
Six trails.
Varying from 3 to 19 miles roundtrip.
Rolling hills, switchbacks and scrambles.
There is no assigned order. You decide where you go, how far you go, and when you go there.
This is 100% choose your own adventure.
(select a trail to learn more)
The Course
Trail Options
SISU 24 PNW features six distinct trail routes:
- Shorter ~3 mile options for fast laps or late-night resets
- Mid-distance routes with steady climbing and rhythm
- Longer mountain routes that stretch toward ~19 miles round-trip
How you tackle these six trails is entirely up to you.
You can repeat the same trail all day.
You can rotate through all six.
You can build a plan.
You can throw it out at midnight.
Every approach is valid.
Elevation Gain
Elevation varies by route.
Some trails roll gently and reward steady pacing, some climb with purpose and demand patience, while others stack vertical quickly.
Each trail has a decent amount of gain, so no matter what, you’re climbing.
Terrain
Pacific Northwest singletrack.
Roots. Rocks. Forest floor. Climbs that shift you into a power hike. Descents that reward focus and controlled effort.
These are majestic trails, and they require attention, not perfection.
Your Adventure, Your Rules
You can go all out for 24 hours.
You can hit a big mountain route at sunrise and spend the afternoon cruising shorter loops.
You can show up competitive and chase the leaderboard.
You can show up curious and sample a few trails.
You can hit midnight yoga, grab a few hours of sleep, then head out for one last short lap before the clock runs out.
All of it counts.
There is no single definition of success here.
Your strategy.
Your pace.
Your experience.
By the end, your story won’t look like anyone else’s. And that’s exactly the point.
The Side Quests
This is where SISU separates itself.
Quests are optional.
Ignoring them is a strategy.
Chasing them is also a strategy.
Examples include:
Trial of the Falls
A participant favorite, record a 30 second video while standing in a waterfall.
Trial of Fragility
Carry an egg over miles of rugged trail without breaking it.
Trial of Binding
Get instructions to learn a new knot, can you remember it 6 miles later back at camp?
Some quests reward knowledge.
Some reward creativity.
Some reward bold decisions.
No two leaderboards look the same.
Every year brings about new quests, some return, some don’t.
Basecamp
🏕 Campsites
🚿 Hot Showers
🚽 Flush Toilets
🍳 Crew Friendly
💧 Water
⛑ Medical
Unlike many races, you’ll return to Camp Sheppard throughout the weekend.
Your tent, food, extra gear, crew, showers, and medical support are all waiting for you between efforts. You get the challenge of a mountain ultramarathon without having to carry everything on your back or rely on remote aid stations.
Whether you’re grabbing fresh socks, eating a hot meal, or catching a few minutes of sleep, basecamp becomes part of your race strategy.
Self-Supported by Design
SISU 24 PNW is a self-supported choose your own adventure run. Runners are responsible for bringing the food, nutrition, and gear they’ll need throughout the weekend.
Because every trail returns to Camp Sheppard, your personal aid station is never far away. Keep your favorite nutrition, extra shoes, dry clothes, lighting, and anything else you need waiting for you at basecamp.
We’ll have water, electrolytes, snacks, and a selection of common aid station items available throughout the event, but you should plan to be self-sufficient when it comes to fueling your race.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are dogs allowed at Camp Sheppard?
Dogs are not allowed within Camp Sheppard. Dogs are allowed on the trails outside of camp and also at Buck Creek campground that is near Camp Sheppard.
How do I win?
You can win as an individual or team based on how many points you accumulate by completing trails and side quests.
What amenities are on site?
Running water, showers and bathrooms in camp. Do not expect to have reliable cell service and there is no wifi on site. Cabins are available for rent if you don’t want to camp in a tent.
When can I show up?
Feel free to come in any time Friday afternoon/evening or Saturday morning.
What do I do when I arrive?
Park in the designated lot then check-in at the gate, we will have a volunteer there to provide you with your parking pass if needed. If you have not paid for parking this is when you’ll pay, have cash ready (Northwest Forest Service or America the Beautiful passes can be used in lieu of a purchased pass).
Once you’ve checked in at the gate, you may grab a wheelbarrow to bring your gear up to the campsite. No vehicles are allowed onto the campgrounds except for RVs and towing vehicles that have reserved an RV spot.
Check in at HQ before 9pm Friday/8:30am Saturday to get your bib and race swag.
When does the race start?
The SISU 24 PNW starts at 9AM on Saturday.
How can I get more info?
Email the race directors at sidequestadventuresorg@gmail.com for questions ahead of the event weekend. On race weekend we will have a few pre-race meetings, plan to attend one of the following: Friday night at 8:15PM or Saturday morning and 8:30AM.
Feel free to cook and enjoy your dinner at HQ Friday night to chat with experienced racers to get tips and suggestions!
How can I help?
We are so grateful for the volunteers that we get! Volunteers are always needed for course marking (Thurs/Fri) and course takedown (Sun/Mon). Additionally, if any family/friends/crew want to take a shift at HQ helping moderate side quests during the race, please let us know!