In the Pacific Northwest, the scenes of towering mountains and lush green forests excite and bring calm to those venturing within their shadows. Trail runner seek out these exceptional locals to also inspire as they aim to push the limits of their own abilities. The Timberline Trail Half Marathon is one of those coveted runs that will simultaneously drain your energy with technical tails while also filling your soul with the energy only found after…
Few things excite Oregonians more than when our beloved mountain is out, so what better way for ultramarathoners to channel that enthusiasm than by running a 50-mile or 50k race on Mount Hood? Organized by Go Beyond Racing, the Wy’east Wonder celebrates the natural beauty of the mountain, starting by using its original name given by the Multnomah tribe of Native Americans. Both races are point-to-point and primarily follow Gunsight Ridge and Surveyor’s Ridge, and…
Three years ago, my husband and I found out about Revel Race Series and flew to Utah to run Revel Big Cottonwood. When we saw Revel was coming to Oregon for the first time, we knew right away, we would be running their race! Revel Mt Hood was a nice surprise. I decided right away to run the half marathon. Running the full in Utah made me sore, really sore. My husband was excited to run Mt Hood full marathon. The…
I’m so excited about the upcoming 2018 Inaugural “REVEL Mt Hood” marathon and half marathon! In 2015 I was introduced to REVEL events when I went to Utah to run REVEL Big Cottonwood. What draws me to their events it they always have a net elevation drop and they are held at beautiful locations. When I ran Big Cottonwood, I thought it would be so cool if they brought a race to Oregon. And amazingly, that’s exactly what’s…
With much excitement, I’m excited to share with you about the 2018 Inaugural “REVEL Mt Hood” marathon and half marathon! In 2015 I was introduced to REVEL events when I went to Utah to run REVEL Big Cottonwood. What draws me to their events it they always have a net elevation drop and they are held at beautiful locations. When I ran Big Cottonwood, I thought it would be so cool if they brought a race to Oregon.…
If you have ever wanted to run a “kick ass adventure”, the McCubbin’s Gulch Scramble is the race for you! However, don’t wait till next year because this is the last year of the race. The race starts at the McCubbin’s Gulch Recreation Area on Mount Hood on August 6th and follows trails with all natural obstacles. If you are expecting to run the whole way, your mind will change on the course as some…
I find ultramarathons and ultramarathoners totally inspiring, motivational, amazing, crazy and bad ass! I can not even comprehend running for 14+ hours at a decent pace – I mean, let’s be honest, I’m feeling like I might die after 1. The Waldo 100k Trail Run sounds incredible to me – this is no beginner level ultra here, this is a super challenging 100k loop starting at the Willamette Pass Ski Area (70 miles outside of…
One thing I often take for granted living in Oregon, is all the trees and the natural beauty all around us at all times of the year! If you are like me and maybe you want to get more in touch with nature or maybe you just want to run through the wilderness, the Huckleberry Half Marathon 10k and 5k race is a perfect race for you! This race is now in its 5th year…
Last year Run Oregon was one of the lucky teams to receive a special invitation to test a new one-day relay course. Obviously, we jumped at the chance to run the unofficial Hood to Hood Relay and loved every mile of it. This year, the Gorgeous Series Hood to Hood was an official event and we couldn’t miss out on the inaugural run. Last year we threw together a last minute team and that tradition…
The first official Gorgeous Hood to Hood Relay begins at historic Government Camp on Sunday, June 11th. The course covers 48.15 miles and teams of up to 5 runners will take on the 10 legs from Mt. Hood to Hood River. With views of Mt. Hood, Mt. Adams and the Columbia River, not to forget the famous Fruit Loop, this run deserves the gorgeous stamp. Teams finish along the waterfront in Hood River and can…
