Mary’s Peak was my very first ultra race, so love it (the scenery) or hate it (the long hills and gravel roads,) I will never forget it. It was brutal, mentally challenging, and physically exhausting. It’s also the only 50k I ever did twice (and the 25k last year as well) so that should tell you something. The course for the 2023 Mary’s Peak Trail Run, located in Starker Forest in Blodgett, is just beautiful.…
The very first ultra race that I ever participated in was the 2018 Mary’s Peak 50k. I enjoyed it so much that I did it again in 2019 before “retiring” from ultras temporarily. It was the only 50k I did twice and what I loved about it, (other than being so scenic,) was the personal touches. I love a “down-home” operation that feels like family and embraces the runner’s community. You get just that from…
This is going to be a FABulous trail race – and registration is limited for the 2022 Mary’s Peak Trail Runs, brought to us by Oregon Trail Runs, which takes place on May 14th, 2022. You may choose from the 50 Miler, the 50k, or the 25k distance, all of which are divine picks! After parking in Blodgett bright and early, race participants for the 50k and 25k will depart the parking area via bus…
In Spring 2018 I attempted my first ultra-marathon. I had been thinking about tackling a 50K distance for years, and finally took the plunge by signing up in the way too early hours of the morning eight months before. I worked on my mileage throughout the winter and was at the starting line ready for the 31 miles ahead of me. I was not ready for the mountains those 31 miles would go up and…
The Mary’s Peak 50k was my first ultra ever last year and among my favorites. It’s fitting that I chose it to be my last ultra, at least for a year, as it will be memorable in more ways than one. I’ve run 6 ultras now, and Mary’s Peak was the only one I did twice. To want to spend hours and hours out there more than once is telling of a good race, in…
When I completed my first ultra-marathon in 2018, I was sore for days and promised both of my feet not to do anything that crazy again…at least not without better training. And that is what I’m working on in preparation for Mary’s Peak Trail Run on Saturday, June 22nd. With 50 mile, 50K, and 25K options, I happily signed up for the 25K as a chance to get out into the wilderness for an adventure…
If you want a race that isn’t for the faint of heart, Mary’s Peak 25K, 50K, and 50 Miler is the race for you! If you are wondering exactly how hard this race is, this is literally what the website says, “How hard is this Ultra? Hard enough! Both the 50k and 50 miler climb quite a bit through lush NW coastal range forest. Some have said this may be the hardest 50K and 50 Miler…
If you’re looking for a beautiful journey, the Mary’s Peak Trail Run will certainly meet your criteria. This 25k, 50k, and 50 Mile trail run is a challenging race, but if you want to get to some stunning views, you gotta climb some mountains to reach them. Mary’s Peak is located in a little town called Blodgett, which is about 20-25 minutes from Corvallis. The Peak is at the highest point on the coast range…
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…
The 50k distance has become my standard distance, so I was excited to try out Oregon Trail Run’s Mary’s Peak 50k. They also had a 50 mile or 25k option, but given the rest of my summer calendar, the 50k was a sweet spot for me. It was graduation weekend for many schools in Corvallis, so I didn’t bother trying to find a hotel to stay in the night prior. I just woke up at 4 AM…
