Ring the Bell!
2026 Registration is open now!
Due to this being a working forest… the courses may have some minor changes from year to year. Permit is Pending upon the Washington Department of Natural Resources.
*Maps & details will be finalized on approval
BY THE NUMBERS:
WHERE: Yacolt Recreation Park, Yacolt WA
WHEN: July 5th 2026
DISTANCE: * 50 mile Ultra Marathon
* Hellz Gate 50K
* Purgatory Trail Marathon 26
START TIMES: All Races will officially start at 6:00am at the Yacolt Rec Park
You must check in at Yacolt Rec Park Before Race
PRICE: $127 Hellz Bellz Ultra /$117 Hellz Gate / $97 will keep you in Purgatory
The price here does not reflect Ultra Signup’s processing fees or additional taxes.
(Price Increase on 3/1/2026)
Incudes Camping, Post Race Meal, Finisher Award,
Additional Swag Items TBD & much more!
WAVIER: Please take the time to time do print & sign the wavier from
Washington Department of Natural Resources &
bring to packet Pick UP
HELLZ BELLZ ULTRA MARATHON
Race Overview:
50 miles ... Sua Sponte!
"Somewhere inside we hear a voice. It leads us in the direction of who we wish to become. But it is up to us whether or not to follow." -Pat Tillman
The Hellz Bellz Ultra starts at the Yacolt Recreation Park. A paved road for the first couple miles will guide you into Moulton Falls Regional Park. Crossing the bridge and onto the Lewis River Trail for a short half mile before you turn into an intense and grueling single track climb up the Bells Mountain trail. After passing through multiple clear cuts, stream crossings and stunning views of Mt St Helens... around the ten plus mile mark you'll come to the Yacolt Burn Aid Station>> Upon leaving the Yacolt Burn Aid Station you will embark on a counter clock wise loop on the Tarbell Trail. It will be twenty two plus miles of technical climbs, amazing waterfalls and breath taking views, looping you back around to the same Yacolt Burn AS. >> May want to rest up for a brief moment, get your bearings before starting the last push back down the Bells Mountain trail ..for the 10 plus miles to the Moulton Falls Arch Bridge. You will be redirected down to the Cross walk as you make your way through Moulton Falls Regional Park and back onto Northeast Railroad Ave for the last couple miles. Entering the Yacolt Rec Park & through the finish ….. To Ring that Bell!!!
This event is in what we consider our backyard... we love these trails and outdoor places. While your out there soaking in the views and rejoicing in the pain.... please leave no trace.
Aid StationS:
AS0 will be located at the Moulton Falls Bridge Mile 2.8
Electrolyte & H2O only
AS1 is Yacolt Burn Trail Head (NE Dole Valley Rd Yacolt Wa 98675) Mile 12
The midday heat should not be a factor but it is approx 11 miles to the first Aid Station stop. Make sure you plan accordingly.
Aid Station 1 will have all your typical snacks. Salty, Sweet, Soda, Electrolyte etc.... along with hot Breakfast food.... Bacon, Sausage, Eggs to order, Breakfast Burrito. All you need to replenish those lost calories along with enough to carry you to the next Aid Station!
AS2 is Grouse Vista Trail Head (L-1200 Camas Wa 98607) Mile 19
Although your journey to Grouse Vista is less than 7 miles, it will include some of the steepest sections on the day. Lots of intersecting trails, so stay alert & look for the course markers.
Aid Station 2 will have your standard snacks ... with maybe some surprises mixed in!
AS3 is Tarbell Trail Head (33601-33699 NE Dnr 1100 Rd Yacolt Wa 98675) Mile 29
After leaving Grouse with a smile & a pocket full of snacks you will have approx 10 miles to Tarbell. This will be the most scenic section of the day. With stunning views and epic waterfalls that will take your mind off that pesky midday sun!
Aid Station 3 will have plenty of water & electrolytes. So fuel up, cause now you're heading into Ultra territory.
AS4 is located at the Yacolt Burn Trail Head (Same as AS 1) Mile 34
Leaving Tarbell knowing you'll only have a short 5 miles will be motivation enough to keep grinding forward. This section is fast, dusty & exposed. So make sure you're continuing to drink fluids, staying hydrated as well as washing the dust off the teeth!
Aid Station 4 Will be the same as AS 1 but we'll have switched over from Breakfast to Lunch. Burgers, Quesadillas, Grilled Cheese etc..... to help propel you down that 9 mile stretch of the same Bells Mtn Trail that you ascended earlier that morning.
AS5 will be located at the Moulton Falls Bridge Mile 45.7
Aid Station 5 will have just enough electrolyte, H20 & snacks to propel you the remaining few miles to the Finish!
The Bell will be Rang!!!
HELLZ GATE 50K
New for 2026!
The Gateway Drug into the Ultramarathon World!
The course will be similar to the Purgatory Route with additional miles… We will guarantee entering the Gate will provide you with a true Ultra Experience. Challenging course, well supported & probably a little extra!
Aid Stations: See Above
AS0 Mile 2.8 Moulton Falls
AS1 Mile 12 Yacolt Burn
We will be adding an Aid Station at Mile 15.4 & Mile 18.5 (Hellz Gate AS) Electrolyte & H20 with maybe a few snacks thrown in!
AS4 Mile 21.2 Yacolt Burn
AS5 Mile 30.3 Moulton Falls
*We will be allowing drop bags for your trip through Hellz Gate! Yacolt Burn AS (please bring your drop bag with you upon check in) That will be available for your needs at mile 12 & mile 21.
*There is some course splits along your route, so please study your maps and pay attention to the course marking.
*Crew access is welcome at the Yacolt Burn AS but no pacers allowed for Hellz Gate or Purgatory
RACE OVERVIEW:
For those of you who still have need of purification:(training) to attain the blessing of entering the Hellz Bellz Ultra…
Welcome to Purgatory!
Purgatory is an out & back Trail Marathon , utilizing the Bells Mtn Trail, with roughly 6,000’ of ascent. Yes, you can expect the same on the descent. There will be one heavily stocked aid station located at the Yacolt Burn Trailhead (10+ miles into your venture) from this point you will head out on a three mile loop, that brings you back to the same Aid Station (mile 14). Stock up .. you have around 9 miles back down the Bells Mtn Trail. Upon reaching the Moulton Falls Bridge, there will be a lightly stocked AS, with electrolyte, H2O & a few snacks to help you down the finishing stretch!
The Bell will be Rang!
AID STATIONS
AS at mile 2.8 mile 12, mile 15 & mile 24…..
They are few…with many miles in between. (Requirement to have the ability to carry at minimum 32oz of hydration) The Yacolt Burn AS will be epic as usual, hosted by the Possum Lodge! This will be a full grill…. serving breakfast in the morning & burgers, quesadilla etc… If you are craving it, they can probably make it!
You can also throw a small drop bag if needed (name & bib number) if you have some specific nutrition needs.
Everything Else:
Travel Directions: from Battle Ground, Washington https://goo.gl/maps/xhbEYKv9MsbNaupRA
Packet pickup: Noon-Dusk Saturday, June 29th and Sunday, June 31st 4:00AM-5:00AM at Yacolt Recreation Park.
Drop Bag: Take your drop bag to the start line, morning of the race. Your drop bag will be transported to Yacolt Burn AS1/AS4. Please mark your bag with your bib/name clearly for easy access.
Crew Access: Crew access is allowed at Aid Stations Only 1 through 4. See Pin drops on AS Descriptions above for Aid Station locations.
Pacers: Pacers are allowed at Yacolt Burn (50 Mile Only) - AS4 for your decent to the finish. Pacers are not allowed to mule, but are encouraged to inspire and motivate. Please have your pacer check in with AS4 prior your descent.
Check In: Make Sure!…You as a participant, check in at Aid Stations.
Cut-off Times: You must be leaving AS4 by 4:30PM.
Head Phones: We do allow headphones but we ask that the 50k & Marathon Runners take them out when you are running down the Six Sense section of trail (will have some headphone free zone signs in these locations). This is a very popular Mountian Biking section & you need to be able to communicate with other trail users.
Camping: Tent space camping available and included in your registration.
Parking: Available at the Rec Park
Food: Sunday Morning - Coffee/Hydration/Fruit/Quick Grab Breakfast. Sunday after event meal - BBQ - Vegan option available.
The best way we can give thanks to the folks that keep our trails looking good is to donate to them…. and make sure to leave them better than we found them! $5 of your registration will go to Washington Trail Association.
Hellz Bellz Ultra is part of Yacolt Rendezvous Festival Days. Join us the day before for Bigfoot 5K/10K and Festival activities. You don’t want to miss this!
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Race Reviews:
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