The Dirty Turtle is a high-altitude trail challenge held at the Green Mountain Horse Camp in Bremerton, Washington. Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, this event is known for showcasing the roughest and most technical trails in the Kitsap Peninsula. Featuring steep climbs and ridge-line running, the race offers panoramic views of the Puget Sound and surrounding mountain ranges from the summit of Green Mountain.
Race Categories and Technical StatsThe course is designed to be punishing, consisting of 75% technical singletrack and 25% rugged service roads. This event is cupless, requiring all participants to carry their own hydration systems.
| Category | Distance | Vertical Gain | Special Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50K Ultra | 31 miles | 7,000 - 8,000 ft | High Technicality |
| 25K Trail Run | 15.5 miles | Significant | Singletrack focus |
| 25K Ruck | 15.5 miles | Significant | 20-30 lbs dry weight |
The Dirty Turtle is a GORUCK Official Rucking Division event. Ruckers are subject to specific weight requirements and earn unique commemorative rewards upon completion.
The event fosters a "dirtbag" running culture with on-site camping and a post-race social atmosphere at the Green Mountain Horse Camp.
The course is meticulously marked with surveyor's ribbon and high-visibility yellow signs at critical intersections. Despite the heavy elevation gain, the summit and ridge sections offer some of the most scenic views available on the Kitsap Peninsula, provided the weather remains clear.
May 16, 2026
Distance — 25K
Type — Running
08:00
$105.00
May 16, 2026
Distance — 25K
Type — Running
08:00
$80.00
May 16, 2026
Distance — 50K
Type — Running
08:00
$80.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Bremerton.
Learn more about the host city, Bremerton.
Bremerton is the largest city on the Kitsap Peninsula in the Puget Sound of Washington state. Bremerton is a safe, environmentally clean community within an hour's ferry ride from downtown Seattle where you can visit the Navy destroyer Turner Joy, stroll along a delightful block-long waterfront promenade and check out the Kitsap Conference Center Plaza with its fascinating fountains.
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