Sister Act: Conquering Trails at the Sisters Country Half Marathon & 50k

Every runner needs at least one Central Oregon race on their yearly “to do” list, and maybe this is the year you should head out for the 2025 Sisters Country Half Marathon/50k. Join the trail running community for this epic adventure brought to you by Alpine Running on Sunday, May 4th this year.

Both distances will start and end at Village Green Park, which is in the heart of beautiful Sisters, Oregon.  The 50k will begin at 7:30AM and runners are promised gorgeous views of the Cascade Peaks, most notably the Three Sisters. There is 2400 feet of both climbing and descent.

The half marathon will follow the 50k at 9:00AM and includes only 700 feet of climbing. This is considered a “fast” trail half with 95% of the race on single track trails along the Ponderosa Pines. There is a generous cut-off time of 5 hours to complete the race.

There are 2 aid stations on the half course and 5 on the 50k course and they will be manned by the beneficiary of this event, the Ridgeview High School XC team. Aid stations will be stocked with water, electrolyte drink, bananas, chips, and gels. Ultra distance runners can expect some other typical ultra fare such as PB&J sandwiches and cookies.

Get to the race early for some Backporch Coffee and stay after the race for the delicious burrito bar and beer from Cascade Lakes Brewing. All finishers will also receive a finisher medal and the top three in each race will receive some awesome sponsor prizes.

Please note that the course is open to the public on race day. No dogs are allowed to run with participants and no headphones will be permitted on the final stretch of paved road for your own safety.