SPECTATORS

A male runner in a black shorts celebrating at the finish line of a race, high-fiving a woman with long blonde hair, wearing a pink hoodie, denim shorts, and a black cap, during an outdoor event with trees and other participants in the background.

Please note that spectator areas are limited along the Palouse to Cascades Trail, but there are a few accessible spots you can drive to. For those looking to get a closer view of the course and support their runner, consider walking from the finish area up along the trail. It’s a scenic walk, providing beautiful views and a great opportunity to cheer on runners along the way.

Remember, the trail offers a unique natural setting, so bring comfortable walking shoes and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere as you wait for your runner to cross the finish line. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you along the course!

MARATHON MILE 13 (HALF MARATHON START)

Map showing a marathon course with a green line, a trail with a yellow dashed line, and a red dashed line indicating a route for a race. The course is labeled 'MARATHON MILE 13,' the trail section is labeled 'TRAIL,' and the red route is labeled 'SEH Homestead Valley Rd 1.75 miles.' The map also highlights an exit 38, a highway, and various natural landmarks like creeks and parks.

Directions from North Bend to the Half Marathon start and MILE 13 of the Marathon:
Take I-90 E, Take Exit 38 toward State Patrol Fire Training Academy.  Turn right onto SE Homestead Valley Rd and drive 1.75 miles. 

Once the race has started, DO NOT drive up the trail to the marathon course.  Note:  The road is "pretty rough" and we need Emergency vehicles to have access.  Please park along Homestead Way and you can walk up the trail.

MARATHON MILE 21 (HALF MARATHON MILE 8)

Map showing a route from 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE to 44705 SE North Bend Way, illustrating a 4.4-mile drive estimated to take 9 minutes, with a finish point marked near the top.

Directions from North Bend FINISH LINE: 

Head NW on North Bend Way and turn left on Cedar Falls RD.  Stay on Cedar Falls Rd for 4.4 miles until you reach the parking lot.  You can walk over to the Snoqualmie Trail.

PARKING AT THE FINISH

FINISH LINE ADDRESS:
44701 SE North Bend Way
North Bend WA 98045

ABSOLUTELY NO PARKING ON SE NORTH BEND WAY. YOUR VEHICLE WILL BE TOWED.

PARK ON SE TANNER RD OR OPSTAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL:
1345 Stilson Ave SE
North Bend, WA 98045

Map showing a route starting from 436th Ave SE, marking the finish line near Tanner Road, crossing Interstate 90, with marked streets including SE Tanner Road and 136th Street, and parks along the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River.