McKenzie River Trail Run
Course HighlightsThe McKenzie River Trail Run follows one of America's most spectacular trail running routes, tracing the McKenzie River through the Willamette National Forest on a 31-mile point-to-point course from Carmen Reservoir (near Koosah Falls and Icecap Campground) to the finish line across from the McKenzie River Ranger Station. The trail passes two spectacular waterfalls — Koosah Falls and Sahalie Falls — skirts the crystalline shores of Clear Lake, traverses ancient lava fields, crosses log bridges over the turquoise McKenzie
Timberline Trail Marathon
Course HighlightsStarting near the iconic Timberline Lodge on the south slopes of Mount Hood at 6,000 feet elevation, the Timberline Trail Marathon offers one of the most dramatically alpine running experiences available in the Pacific Northwest. The course traverses the Pacific Crest Trail corridor, descends through old-growth forest, crosses swift mountain streams, and winds through wildflower-filled meadows in the Zigzag and Sandy River drainages. Snow is common on upper sections even in June, adding to the high-mountain atmosphere. Views of
Defiance 50K Tacoma
A scenic trail race through the old-growth forests and waterfront of Point Defiance Park in Tacoma, Washington. Course Highlights The course consists of a scenic 9.75-mile loop through the old-growth forests of Point Defiance Park, featuring over 700 acres of lush greenery. Runners encounter mostly single-track trails that are typically dry in mid-October, though the terrain includes some challenging hills. The route offers sweeping panoramic views of the Puget Sound and takes participants beneath 500-year-old trees. For the 50K distance, runners complete
Iron Horse Half Marathon
A scenic point-to-point half marathon held on the historic railroad trails of Washington state, finishing in North Bend [Orca Running](https://www.orcarunning.com/iron-horse-half/). Course Highlights The course follows the unpaved, hard-packed dirt of the Palouse to Cascades and Snoqualmie Valley Trails, which are former railroad beds [Orca Running](https://www.orcarunning.com/iron-horse-half/). While traditionally a gentle downhill run starting at Olallie State Park and finishing in North Bend, the 2026 course will be modified due to trail damage from floods [Orca Running](https://www.orcarunning.com/iron-horse-half/). Runners can expect scenic forest views and
Snoqualmie Valley Half Marathon
The Snoqualmie Valley Half Marathon is a scenic trail race through the heart of Washington's agricultural Snoqualmie Valley, featuring flat gravel paths and a festive post-race atmosphere ([Orca Running](https://www.orcarunning.com/snoqualmie-valley-half/)). Course Highlights The Snoqualmie Valley Half Marathon course begins at King County’s Tolt MacDonald Park and primarily follows the Snoqualmie Valley Trail, offering a flat and fast route with minimal elevation gain ([Orca Running](https://www.orcarunning.com/snoqualmie-valley-half/)). Runners traverse a scenic gravel and dirt path that meanders through beautiful agricultural areas, providing views of lush farmland
Pikes Peak Marathon
The Pikes Peak Marathon is a world-renowned trail race that challenges runners with a 7,815-foot ascent to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak and back. Course Highlights The Pikes Peak Marathon is widely regarded as one of the most challenging trail races in the world. Starting at an elevation of 6,300 feet in Manitou Springs, the course takes runners on a grueling 13.3-mile ascent to the summit of Pikes Peak, reaching a staggering 14,115 feet. Runners navigate the legendary Barr Trail, which
Mount Marathon Race
The Mount Marathon Race is a legendary mountain running event in Seward, Alaska, featuring a grueling 3.1-mile course with nearly 3,000 feet of vertical gain. Course Highlights The Mount Marathon Race is world-renowned for its brutal verticality and technical terrain, offering a challenge that belies its relatively short 3.1-mile distance. From the starting line on 4th Avenue, runners face an immediate and unrelenting ascent of nearly 3,000 feet. The course is famous for its extreme steepness, with an average slope of 34
Ultra X Jordan (Wadi Rum Ultra Marathon)
Ultra X Jordan is a prestigious 5-day, 220km multi-stage ultramarathon that takes runners through the breathtaking sandstone and granite landscapes of the Wadi Rum desert. Course Highlights Wadi Rum, famously known as the "Valley of the Moon," offers one of the most visually stunning race courses on the planet. This UNESCO World Heritage site in southern Jordan is characterized by its dramatic sandstone mountains and granite rock formations that rise abruptly from the valley floor. Runners traverse a landscape that has served
Antarctic Ice Marathon
The Antarctic Ice Marathon is the world's southernmost marathon, held in the interior of Antarctica at Union Glacier. Participants face extreme sub-zero temperatures and snow-covered terrain in a truly unique endurance challenge. Course Highlights The Antarctic Ice Marathon offers a truly unique and formidable running experience, taking place in the heart of the Antarctic interior at 80 degrees South. Unlike other races that stay on the coastal islands, this event is run entirely on the mainland continent, just a few hundred miles
Zermatt Marathon
The Zermatt Marathon is a world-class mountain race in the Swiss Alps, featuring a grueling ascent from St. Niklaus to the Riffelberg or Gornergrat with iconic views of the Matterhorn. Course Highlights The Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful yet challenging mountain races in Europe. The course begins in the picturesque village of St. Niklaus, located in the deepest valley of Switzerland. From there, runners embark on a journey that ascends through the breathtaking landscapes of