COURSES
Designed for Boston Qualifiers
A fast, controlled course built for negative splits and PRs
Course at a Glance
• Flat, controlled first half—lock into goal pace
• Mile 13: Snoqualmie Tunnel (headlamp required)
• Final 13 miles: steady downhill built for negative splits
• ~1,000 ft net downhill on smooth, hard-packed gravel—fast and forgiving in the final miles
• Finish in North Bend; shuttles return to Hyak
Course Details
• Marathon runners park at Hyak Sno-Park
• The course follows the scenic Palouse to Cascades Trail, including a short flat out-and-back
• Runners reach the Snoqualmie Tunnel (~mile 13) — headlamp or flashlight required
• The course continues downhill along the rail trail to the finish at Garcia in North Bend
• The first half is mostly flat and highly runnable
• Long, gradual downhill over the final 13 miles—ideal for negative splits
• Net downhill: ~1,000 feet
• Surface: smooth, hard-packed gravel rail trail—gentle on the legs and ideal for PRs and BQs
• Post-race shuttles return runners to Hyak (~1 mile walk to pickup—easy cooldown)
Marathon Elevation Profile
Designed for Negative Splits, BQs & PRs
The first half of the marathon is smooth and runnable, followed by a long, gradual downhill for the final 13 miles to the finish in North Bend.
This steady profile helps runners maintain pace early and finish strong.
Total net downhill: ~1,000 feet
Course at a Glance
USATF Certified Course
Half marathon runners park and start at Hyak Sno-Park.
The course follows the same scenic rail trail toward Garcia in North Bend, sharing the fast, gradual downhill profile of the marathon’s second half.
This point-to-point route offers a steady downhill run to the finish, perfect for first-time racers and experienced runners chasing personal bests.
Designed for Negative Splits and PRs
A Fast, Steady Downhill to the Finish
The half marathon follows the fast second half of the marathon course, offering a gentle downhill run from Hyak to North Bend.
Ideal for first-time racers and experienced runners chasing personal bests.
Half-Marathon Elevation Profile
The half marathon follows the fast second half of the marathon course, offering a steady downhill run to the finish — perfect for first-time racers and experienced runners chasing personal bests.
