There are so many great trail running locations in Oregon. My guess is many of us may have never heard of Post Canyon and the race sharing its name that takes runners through the hills above Hood River. The Post Canyon 50k & Half start and finish at Kingsley Reservoir and will feature technical trail running on Hood River County forestry land. Though there will be aid stations on the courses, all racers are required…
I love a race that takes me somewhere that my regular runs can’t go. And Bridge of the Gods Run is the perfect example of a unique race with the starting line at the Washington edge of a bridge that normally only cars and trucks get to pass over. Lots of pictures get taken in that first mile, and then lots of hills keep you company for the rest of the journey. After crossing over…
Have you heard of a little weekend relay in Oregon called Hood To Coast? Unless you’re a runner who’s been hiding under a rock, you’re probably aware of the two-day extravaganza toted as “The Mother of All Relays,” (it IS the largest relay in the world, but no big deal,) but the organization behind the Hood & Portland To Coast Relays has made quite a mark in the running world with their other race events…
It feels like 2022 just started, yet here we are talking about races coming up in April! Man, how time flies. Check out local Oregon races from March 28, 2022 – April 3 2022. Don’t forget to bookmark our Oregon Race Calendar! Date Race Race Company Location Region Cost Registration Link Distances 4.2.22 Tygh Valley Infinity Ultra X-Dog Events Tygh Valley Mt. Hood $105.00 https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=84791 Ultra 4.2.22 Salmon Creek Run South Coast Running Club Powers…
After getting to volunteer at Gorge Waterfalls in 2016, I am so excited that this race is back on for 2022. What is the point of living in one of the most amazing places in the world if we don’t run all over it? Plus it is a great way to witness all the hard work completed since the Eagle Creek Fire in 2017 to restore the trails we hold dear. Gorge Waterfalls has 50K…
Welcome back to our newest preview feature, where we showcase race opportunities coming up next month. This weekend seems like it kickstarts racing season here in the PNW, as races start to come online a lot more – beginning NOW! Date Race Race Company Location Region Cost Registration Link Distances 2.26.22 Buck Mountain Mudslinger Trail Run Run Wild Adventures Silverton Mid-Valley $30 https://www.runwildadventures.com/register/ 6.6m 2.26.22 Kevin’s Cup X-Dog Events West Linn Greater Portland $29 https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=136303…
I’ve run over 50 marathons since 2005 and somehow, I had never experienced the Columbia Gorge Marathon/Half Marathon until this year. Now that I’ve completed it, I can confidently say it’s been one of the best races I’ve done in years. One thing that might deter people from signing up for this race is that it’s at the end of October when weather in the Pacific NW can be iffy. I will admit I wasn’t…
The Ruff torch has been passed from Alpine Running to the race director at the newly formed Elevated Trail Racing (they also host the Oakridge Triple Summit Challenge every fall). Not much about The Ruff has changed – the distance may be short at just about 7 miles, but packs in 3,000 feet of climbing…in the first 3 miles! Then the final 4 is all descent. If you’ve done Dog Mountain as a hike or…
Returning once again for 2021, the Columbia Gorge Marathon & Half Marathon is one of the most scenic courses in the area. This run comes with a backdrop of colorful fall foliage and stunning views over the Columbia River Gorge – along with some pretty challenging rolling hills! Race options include a marathon, half marathon, and a two-runner half marathon relay. The Dog Leg half marathon is open to runners with their dogs. Both courses…
Race Season has been TOUGH this year, maybe even more so than in 2020. Last year, we knew there were probably not going to be any races IRL, but this year, everything has been so up and down that we’re all waiting on the edge of our seats whenever we hear an announcement from our trusty race directors. We see glimmers of hope and sometimes they disappear like dust in the wind. Thank goodness for…
