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Wild Moose Chase 2026

Date
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Start time
8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
Entry fee
From $25 · goes up to $85 on Oct 16, 2026
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
25KOtherNov 8, 20268:00 AM$80$85 after Oct 16, 2026–
Kids Fun RunKidsNov 8, 20268:05 AM$25–
10K10KNov 8, 20268:30 AM$60$65 after Oct 16, 2026–
5K5KNov 8, 20269:00 AM$45$50 after Oct 16, 2026–
Wild Moose Chase Virtual RunVirtual–Nov 8, 20268:00 AM$45–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

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The Other fee goes up to $85 on Oct 16, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • 25K: $80 until Oct 16, then $85 until Nov 8.
  • Kids Fun Run: $25 until Nov 8.
  • 10K: $60 until Oct 16, then $65 until Nov 8.
  • 5K: $45 until Oct 16, then $50 until Nov 8.

Online registration closes Nov 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $60, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 10K in Washington, which costs $45 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 10K in Washington runs 1:06:07, about 10:38 a mile, based on 6 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:10:21 and men in 1:02:19.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:43 AM, and the 25K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,750 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

8900 W 3rd, Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.

Typical race-day weather

Around November 8 the day usually runs from 32°F at dawn to 46°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 37% of days. Cold snaps dip to 17°F and hot years reach 53°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Wild Moose Chase cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Athlete Guide

Packet Pick-up: Pre-race packet pick-up will be offered for participants on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 11:00am-4:00pm. Location - Fleet Feet Spokane North, 10208 N Division St #103, Spokane, WA 99218. ---. If you are not able to…

Course

Course Maps

Aid Stations / Nutrition: THIS IS A CUP FREE EVENT! RUNNERS MUST BRING THEIR OWN CUP OR BOTTLE TO FILL AT OUR AID STATIONS. ---. There is absolutely no littering on course. Please throw it away in garbage receptacles or pack out trash…

Course Maps, from the Wild Moose Chase page

Parking and travel

Spectator & Travel

Race Start Location: Seven Mile Trailhead (47.737240, -117.519373). ------------------------------------------------------------. Parking: There will be signs and volunteers to point you towards parking. Every vehicle parked at the race…

Rules and FAQ

Refund Policy

Effective June 10, 2023. Refunds, Transfers, and Deferrals: Distance Transfers: A participant may transfer their registration to another distance that is not full within the same race at any time before the end of packet pick-up (i.e. 5k…

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Race details

Where
8900 W 3rd, Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026Map
Course
Trail
Start elevation
About 1,750 feet
Included with entry
Finisher Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K, 10K, Kids, Other
Editions
2026 (Nov 8, 2026), 2025 (Oct 19, 2025), 2024 (Oct 13, 2024), 2023 (Oct 15, 2023), 2022 (Oct 16, 2022), 2021 (Oct 17, 2021)

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Quick answers

When is Wild Moose Chase?
Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $25 before processing fees, and rises to $85 on Oct 16, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Nov 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Washington?
At $60, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 10K in Washington, which costs $45 right now.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?
Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?
5K, 10K, Kids, Other.
Where does it start?
8900 W 3rd, Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026.
Is there a course map?
Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.

From the organizers

Get ready to chase the moose! The Wild Moose Chase brings 25K, 10K, 5K, and kids races to the gorgeous Riverside State Park trails with river views, fall colors, awesome swag, and high-energy vibes. Run wild, celebrate big, and support Eastern Washington University's Department of Physical Therapy students at this Spokane favorite!