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Cascade Express Marathon & Half Marathon

Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 7:00 AM PDT

Location
North Bend, WA
Homestead Valley Trailhead, Milwaukee Rd, 98045
Type
RUN
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  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Sep 12, 7:30 AM PDT · From $127.14

    Opens Oct 31, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Dec 15, 2025, 6:59 PM PST

  • 26.2 Miles

    Sat, Sep 12, 7:00 AM PDT · From $158.94

    Opens Oct 31, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Dec 15, 2025, 6:59 PM PST

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From the organizer

#5 Fastest Boston Qualifier in the Nation

The Cascade Express Marathon & Half in North Bend, WA offers fast, scenic downhill marathon and half marathon courses along the Palouse to Cascades Trail that meet Boston Marathon qualifying standards with no 5-minute penalty.

This course is a premier Boston Qualifier, with a high BQ rate! Enjoy 26.2 miles of fast scenic downhill with a gorgeous view of the Cascade Mountains as you glide down the gravel trail on this point-to-point course. This is the ONLY marathon course that features jaw-dropping views as you run along Keechelus Lake. With 1247’ of gradual net downhill, we assure you that you will “find your super fast” on the way to a speedy time, PR, or BQ!

This is the third and final event in our 3-race Downhill Super Series. Downhill Super Series

The Cascade Express Half is one of the fastest half-marathon courses in the country! Enjoy 13.1 miles of scenic downhill with a gorgeous view of the Cascade Mountains as you glide down the gravel trail on this point-to-point course. This is the ONLY  half-marathon course that features a run through the famous 2.4-mile Snoqualmie Tunnel. With 1000’ of gradual net downhill, we assure you that you will “find your super fast” on the way to a speedy time or a PR!

Enjoy your finish with a custom medal, a tech shirt, and a drop bag.

Marathon USATF certification WA25021RMB Marathon is a Boston qualifier

Half Marathon USATF certification WA25023RMB

Visit the official race website for full race details, course maps, and race weekend information: Cascade Express

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