Cascade Express Marathon
North Bend, United States • 12 Sep 2026
Cascade Express Marathon & Half Marathon : North Bend, WA
The Cascade Express Marathon and Half Marathon are point to point races on the Palouse to Cascades Trail in North Bend, Washington. The courses run along gravel trail sections with views of the Cascade Mountains and Keechelus Lake.
- 26.2 miles Marathon, point to point, gravel trail, net descent just under 1500 feet.
- 13.1 miles Half Marathon, point to point, net descent 800 feet, includes 2.4 mile Snoqualmie Tunnel.
Both courses are USATF certified (Marathon WA25021RMB, Half WA25023RMB). The marathon is listed as a Boston qualifier and the course description notes there is no Boston time penalty for the net downhill.
Logistics include packet pickup on the Friday before the race at Snoqualmie Running (38843 SE Newton St, Snoqualmie, WA). Race morning bib pickup can be added for an additional fee. Free parking is available near the start at the Summit I-90 Ski Area with a roughly ten minute walk to the start; Hyak Trailhead parking has a day use fee or is free with a Washington Discover Pass. Shuttle buses transport runners from the finish back to start area parking at regular intervals. Pacers are provided and finish amenities include a custom medal, a tech shirt, and a drop bag. Runners are advised to bring a headlamp for the tunnel. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.