King’s Mountain is one of the most rewarding, if challenging hikes in the Portland area. Between some grueling elevation gain and technical ascents, the payoff feels even more worth it when you finally reach the top. When Go Beyond Racing first announced that they had a race that covers not only King’s Mountain, but the additional Elk Mountain traverse loop, we here at Run Oregon knew it was going to be an epic adventure. This year,…
It’s a ways off, but someday I want to retire in Astoria. It is the perfect town to have the resources you need, enough folks around for community, and beaches that you can walk along for hours. If you haven’t been to Astoria yet (or recently) you should get out there for The Great Columbia Crossing on Sunday, October 9th. This event will provide you a totally unique view of the area from the Astoria-Megler…
I get FOMO whenever I’m writing about a Daybreak Racing event, as I know they’ll be beautiful, challenging, well-run, and truly capture the essence of PNW trail running. Coming up quickly on their calendar is the Perpetua Coast 50K and 20M on October 1st and 2nd (both still have spots open!) over in Yachats and the Cape Perpetua National Scenic Area. This race was previously hosted by Rainshadow Running as the Oregon Coast trail runs…
Run along the trails of Oregon history on September 17, 2022! As a diehard Washington Husky Fan (sorry Duck fans) who generally refuses to acknowledge all Duck related exploits – this run and the legend that is Steve Prefontaine, or just “Pre”, transcends all rivalries. The magic that is Steve Prefontaine continues to inspire track fans of any age. For those of us who were not of an age to be actively following his determination…
I have never been as jealous of high schoolers as I was when learning about Ultimook Running Camp. A week focused on running in the woods, along with learning about health, team building and leadership. Sweet! At least non-high schoolers can join in the fun with The Ultimook Race, a 5K course with multiple terrains for the REAL cross country experience. The course includes unique obstacles, including a river crossing and mud pit. All surrounded…
Need a good excuse to go to the coast for a race? We’ve got a good one! The Twisted Pine Run offers 3 race distances, and is located in Newport, at South Beach State Park. Every distance is a little different, and not just in length. The 5K is mostly single-track trail and is fully within the state park. It includes about 3/4 miles of pavement, and has approximately 124’ of elevation gain. The actual…
The South Coast Running Club’s Sunset Bay Trail Run is just a few weeks away on Saturday, September 3, 2022 in Charleston, OR. The 4-mile, 15K, and half marathon distances are just $25 each! The race directors have focused on the experience instead of swag to keep entry costs cheap, though race shirts will be available for purchase and there will be prize giveaways that are donated by local businesses. This race will deliver on…
All Terrain Adventures has taken over the reins for the Secret Beach 100k, 50m and 50k – a race formerly ran by Rainshadow Running. The ultra distances for this race will be both challenging and stunning, as routes will take runners on sandy beaches and bluffs hundreds of feet above the waves, as well as old growth forests and sand dunes covered in tree tunnels. Both of the longer routes will be out and back…
The Oregon Brewery Running Series puts on some amazing running events. For those who have never participated in one of these races, why not? They are family friendly, untimed, and in all honesty, put the “fun” in fun run. This July OBRS are jet-setters with three races – one at the Oregon Coast, one in Portland, and one in Eugene. Each route is always 5k-ish in distance, and open for runners, walkers and even those…
Going to the coast for the 4th of July this year? Need a good excuse to head to Newport that week? The 2022 Newport Celebration Run could be it. You’ll get some awesome goodies with your registration for this race, not to mention you’ll celebrate at Rogue Brewery and get to run on the NOAA Pier. There are several distances to choose from for this event. There’s a 5k Run/Walk, a 10k Run, a…
