The 2025 Trail Challenge
Be part of the community – hit the trails, share your photos, and enter to win prizes.
9 Trails
44 Days
37 Miles
How to Participate
Finish all 9 Trails by July 14, 2025.
The 2025 Trailfitters Trail Challenge includes 9 scenic trails, totaling 37 miles – across three difficulty levels: Easy, Moderate, and Difficult. Here’s how to participate:
- Complete all 9 trails by July 9, 2025 to finish the challenge.
- Take a photo at each designated photo spot (marked on our maps and shown in the trail photos).
- Share your adventure by tagging @trailfitters and using #TFTC25 on Instagram or Facebook. If you prefer not to post, you may bring your photos into the store on your phone or printed.
- Visit Trailfitters to claim your finisher prize. Bring your photos (or posts) so our team can verify your completion and get you checked off as a finisher.
TFTC Trails
Trail Rank: Easy
Trail Rank: Moderate
Trail Rank: Difficult
Prizes
Celebrate Your Adventure with Trailfitters Rewards
First Finisher
The first finisher to come into the store after completing all 9 hikes.
Prizes: Patagonia 18L Slope Runner Pack, Arc’teryx Norvan Shirt, Outdoor Research Swift Cap, La Sportiva Shoes from TF inventory
Fastest Known Time (FKT)
These speedy finishers must complete all 9 trails in the least amount of time!
Learn how to qualify.
Prizes: — Topos from TF inventory, Arc’teryx Norvan 7 Vest, Outdoor Research Swift Cap, Smartwool Shirt (W’s Sport Tank) (M’s Tee), Rab Item from Tf inventory
Oldest Finisher
Oldest person to finish all nine trails!
Prizes: Osprey Sirrus/Stratos 34L, Arc’teryx Norvan Shirt, Oboz from TF inventory, Rab Item from TF inventory
Youngest Finisher
This kiddo hiked all 9 trails on their own two feet! No carrying allowed.
Prizes: Osprey Hydrajet Pack 12L, Allpa 1.5L Hip Pack, Fjallraven Bandana, Teva’s from TF inventory
Dog Finisher
This one’s for the dogs!
Prizes:
- 1st Dog Finisher: $75 Gift Card to A Place for Fido
- 2nd Dog Finisher: $50 Gift Card to A Place for Fido
- 3rd Dog Finisher: $25 Gift Card to A Place for Fido
- All Dog Finishers: A coupon to A Place for Fido for a free 6″ Bully Stick when spending $10 or more in store.
All Finishers
All participants who complete the challenge.
Prizes: Osprey Sirrus/Stratos 34L, Arc’teryx Norvan Shirt, Oboz from TF inventory, Rab Item from TF inventory
Fastest Known Time (FKT) Rules
You only get one completion submission and it is separate from your Trail Challenge completion. (must track hikes on an app that includes time to verify. Only time on foot will be included, driving time is not counted. All tracking must be done on an approved app including: Alltrails, Gaia GPS, Strava, Garmin inReach Tracking).
TFTC Finisher Party
Mark Your Calendar for the TFTC Finisher Party
Sunday, July 13th 2025 | 2-5pm
Join us in the Fitgers Courtyard for an afternoon of raffles, snacks, drinks, and TFTC stories as we celebrate all your hard work. This is also the exciting moment when category winners will be announced and prizes awarded. Trust us – you won’t want to miss this fun-filled celebration of your achievements!
Trail Etiquette
Please remember to respect the trails and keep them beautiful for everyone.
- Stay within designated trail zones
- Leave no trace
- Respect private and public land borders
- Share the trail – make sure you know the guidelines
for camping at each location if you plan to spend the night - Keep your pets on a leash at all times
- Pick up after your pets (no poop fairy)
- Be prepared or have a plan in case of emergency
Trailfitters Trail Challenge FAQs
How do I prove I hiked the trails?
Take a photo at each designated photo spot (marked on our maps and shown in the trail photos).
Share your adventure by tagging @trailfitters and using #TFTC25 on Instagram or Facebook. If you prefer not to post, you may bring your photos into the store on your phone or printed.
I don’t have social media, can I still compete?
Yes, you may bring your photos from the designated photo spots into the store on your phone or printed.
It’s my first time, how does this work?
The TCTF Challenge is a free event that encourages everyone from all skill levels to get outdoors. To qualify for prizes, all you need to do is hike the above 9 trails by the finish date above and take pictures in each designated spots. If you have any additional questions, please contact us.
TFTC 2025 Sponsors
Thank you to our partners and sponsors!
