Cascade Express Marathon
North Bend, United States • 12 Sep 2026
Event
The Cascade Express Marathon & Half Marathon takes place on September 12, 2026 in the Snoqualmie Pass / North Bend area of Washington. The marathon is a Boston-qualifying course and is described as ranked among the top 50 Boston Qualifier courses in the country, with a reported BQ rate over 25%. The event is USATF sanctioned and both courses are certified.
Runners receive a custom medal, a tech shirt, and may use a drop bag. Pacers will be provided and packet pickup is held the day before the race at Snoqualmie Running (38843 SE Newton St, Snoqualmie, WA). Race-morning bib pickup is available as an add-on for $25.
Course and logistics
Both races are point-to-point on a gravel trail through the Cascade Mountains with mountain and lake views. Key course facts:
- 26.2 miles - marathon, point-to-point along Keechelus Lake, just under 1500 ft net descent
- 13.1 miles - half marathon, includes the 2.4-mile Snoqualmie Tunnel, about 800 ft net descent
Parking options include free parking near the Hyak start at the Summit I-90 Ski Area (about a 10 minute walk) and parking at Hyak Trailhead with a $10 day use fee or free with a Washington Discover Pass. Finish line is at Homestead Valley Trailhead on Milwaukee Road. Shuttle buses return runners to start-area parking and run regularly (about every 30–45 minutes). Runners are advised to bring a headlamp for the tunnel. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.