Mac Forest Trail Run
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Mac Forest Trail Run, March 6, 2027
The Mac Forest Trail Run is the 30th running of a trail race held in McDonald Forest near Corvallis, Oregon. The event offers trail distances over single-track trails and logging roads on Oregon State University forest land.
Distances
- 15K through single-track and logging roads, 1450 ft elevation gain
- 5K shorter forest trail option
The 15K course includes 1450 feet of elevation gain and may present muddy conditions. On clear days runners can see the Cascades, the Coast Range, and Soap Creek Valley. Two aid stations are located at the Forestry Cabin and the Cap House.
Proceeds support local high school cross-country athletes and the Oregon Running Foundation, which raises funds and distributes shoes and other resources for youth runners. Participant numbers are limited and dogs and strollers are not permitted in the races.
Day of race registration is available in limited form and accepts cash or check, payable to Oregon Running Foundation. Race shirts are offered with a preordering deadline of February 1 to guarantee race day delivery; a limited number of shirts may be available morning of the event.
Entry fees for adults are $40 for the 15K and $30 for the 5K. Youth fees are $20 for the 15K and $15 for the 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
