If trail racing is your thing, you must do at least one, if not several, of the many events hosted by Daybreak Racing. Epic cannot begin to describe the views you’ll see, the challenges that will test you, or the journeys that you’ll remember forever. Daybreak is known to bring their “A” game, and their events always run like a well-oiled machine. Everything is well marked, the aid stations are stocked, and there’s food at…
Silver Falls State Park is always a scenic treat, and Run Wild Adventures put on a great race, so come on out to Silverton for the annual 2023 Buck Mountain Mudslinger Trail Run on February 25th this year. This 6.6 mile trail running adventure is a challenging single and double track trek around the Silver Falls Howard Creek horse area. Runners will take off on the Buck Mountain Loop and Smooth Creek Trails, and if…
Running through Central Oregon is the BEST!! There are so many beautiful places to run throughout Bend and Sisters, (and yes, Redmond too) and Lay It Out Events wants you to experience all of them. If you’re looking to get out on the trails and enjoy all that nature has in store for you, you need to add at least one LIO race to your bucket list. Check out one or ALL of these events…
When you ask a runner what they love most about running, you’ll get a variety of answers. For some it’s about the challenge, for others about the health benefits, and for still others it’s about the community. Some busy folks need the break from demanding screens or others’ expectations. I know one piece I love is the chance to see what I can do that day. We can also add to the list the chance…
FootZone is a small, locally owned business in fabulous Bend, Oregon, which is a mecca for outdoor activity. They carry everything you’d need to fuel your passion for trail running and they host some amazing trail races too! These epic adventures will take you through the gorgeous scenery of Redmond and Bend. The Dirty Half Marathon is also the home to Central Oregon’s oldest half, so come check it out this year!! CALENDAR OF EVENTS…
Level 32 Racing has everything from trail running to snowshoe races! Whatever adventures you may crave, these events will be memorable and beautiful. There are distances for everyone to enjoy, from 5k’s to ultras. Check out the Bristow Trail Runs, the Autumn Trails, the Lucky Clover, and even the annual Turkety Trot. These locations are off the beaten path and so fun to explore. Check out any and all of these .. The names listed…
If there was ever a race director who made all my trail running dreams come true, it’d be Alpine Running. Accomplished ultra runners themselves, these RDs know all the best trails (with all the best views), how to run a smooth event (with all the best snacks), and really just provide top-notch races here in Oregon. They have everything from halfs to hundos and they are truly some of my favorite events to both run…
Running on the Oregon Coast is such a gift. It’s often cold, but it’s always beautiful, and there’s good reason why people come back again and again. Ardor Adventures is a race organization that makes that tradition possible with races for all seasons. Start the year with a chilly polar plunge, run with someone special for Valentine’s Day, celebrate the 4th of July fireworks, and enjoy the Day of The Dead and Turkey Day with…
The Run Big Trail Series starts out 2023 on February 4th with the 2023 Bristow Trail Runs in Dexter, Oregon. Brought to you by Level 32 Racing, this trail run offers multiple distances at Elijah Bristow State Park in scenic Southern Oregon. The Bristow Trail Runs consist of 4 race distances to choose from: A 5 mile, a 10 mile, a 25k, and a 50k option. Trail runners of all levels will want to check out…
Trail Racing is a huge culture in the Pacific Northwest, and why wouldn’t it be? There is no shortage of epic trails and majestic mountains surrounding us, and we are very fortunate to get to experience it. Go Beyond Racing gets that. This trail racing company is all about getting outside and finding beauty everywhere. Their races appear to be seamlessly organized consistently, so runners new to the trail race scene will be in good…
