Cascade Express Marathon

North Bend, United States • 6 Sep 2025

Cascade Express Marathon & Half Marathon unfolds in the Cascade Mountains around North Bend, Washington, starting at the Hyak Trailhead and finishing on the Palouse to Cascades Trail at Cedar Falls. The event features two of the world’s fastest downhill, point‑to‑point courses: a full marathon (26.2 miles) and a half marathon (13.1 miles). The marathon includes a 1500-foot net descent with lakeside scenery and an out‑and‑back segment near Keechelus Lake; the half runs through the 2.4-mile Snoqualmie Tunnel with 800 feet of net descent. Both courses are USATF certified and Boston Qualifier. Finishers receive a medal, tech shirt, and drop bag, with strong course support and scenery. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
1500 m+
Cascade Express Marathon
13 mi
800 m+
Cascade Express Half Marathon
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