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…
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…
If you are looking for a challenging and scenic marathon or half in October, the Columbia Gorge Marathon on Sunday, October 20th may be just right for you. The event starts and ends at the Hood River Event Site, and participants can choose a marathon, half marathon, or half marathon relay. The half marathon distances also allow for dogs to participate with their own chip timing in the “Dog Leg.” This race is definitely one…
Like most people, I prefer to sleep in my own bed, especially prior to a race. But there is one race on my yearly schedule that is about a two hour drive from home that is worth changing the routine. Located in Hood River Oregon, on the Columbia River Gorge, this half and full is a destination race, with a great location and friendly vibes all around. I believe this was my fourth time at…
https://www.columbiagorgemarathon.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/cgm_2018slide3-1069×416.jpg As fires ravaged through the Columbia Gorge, there were many who worried that this beloved area would never be the same. That the trails, campgrounds, and waterfalls would be lost for a generation. And while there is still recovery in process, there is also so much beauty still in that area, and races that provide us the chance to see it up close. The Columbia Gorge Marathon and Half Marathon is one of those…
The 2017 Columbia Gorge Marathon and Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, October 22, offering runners a wonderful chance to get back into the Gorge. It’s also got more of a laid-back feel than other races of its size, in part because it’s very well-organized and runners don’t have to worry about a thing on race day, and in part because Hood River is just a laid-back town. You even get to sleep in –…
The Pints to Pasta 10K/ Half Marathon has been a favorite for Oregonians for years. This year, race organizer, Hood to Coast Race Series, is thrilled to announce that the venue will take place in Hood River. Participants running in the half marathon will start at the Hood River County Fairgrounds. They will cross over Hood River at mile 4.6 and continue past the airfield towards Markham Rd and Barrett Dr, this is where the…
The Post Canyon 50K and Half Marathon is quickly approaching. This race takes place on August 12th in the beautiful town of Hood River, Oregon. If you like tough, unpredictable and epic races, this is the one for you! With noted uneven terrain and lots of twists and turns along the course, this race promises to give you an adventure and certainly bragging rights. The race weaves its way around a big tree farm with…
Rare is it to find a race that is fundamentally flawless. Returning for my third year to the beautiful town of Hood River, making a couple hour drive to run 13 miles, this is one that has always been worth the trip. I was first introduced to this run through my work, as they sponsor employees to do several races a year and this one piqued my interest. The Gorge is a unique and gorgeous…
There are so many great trail running locations in Oregon. Before starting on this preview, I had never heard of Post Canyon and the race sharing its name that takes runners through the hills above Hood River. This event features a half and 50k, both of which start and finish at Kingsley Reservoir and will feature technical trail running on Hood River County forestry land.
