Run Oregon’s preview on the 2019 Tillamook Burn 50 Miler & 50k posted in February (read about it here) but we wanted to give the race an additional shout out so people don’t forget about it as Spring race season and all the ultras that come with it arrive. Ultras have become a “thing” and in the Pacific Northwest, there are plenty of memory-making options out in the deep dark woods. Too many options, really,…
Last year, I got bit by the ultra bug. My 1st was followed by my 2nd and 3rd and now here we are in 2019 and I’m surrounded by so many more options. The first one I’m planning for the new year is the 2019 Tillamook Burn. The 50 Miler will take place on Saturday, April 27th and the 50k will be on Sunday, April 28th. Both will be located in the stunning Tillamook State…
Have you ever heard of Mary’s Peak in Blodgett, OR? Honestly, neither had I, but those that have been there have told me it’s beautiful. And it should be a memorable day on June 16th when the 2018 Mary’s Peak 50 Mile/50k/25k Trail Run takes place. This will be my very first ultra marathon and I am so looking forward to the adventure. Mary’s Peak, part of Siuslaw National Forest, is only about 20 minutes…
Some race routes manage to show off the best of an area. The Autumn Leaves Ultra Runs take place at Champoeg State Park when the fall foliage colors of the red and yellow maple trees are at their height. On Saturday, October 29th, long distance runners can take on the 50k or 50 mile course on Champoeg’s trails. The race starts and ends at the Historic Champoeg Pavillion on the west end of the park,…
