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Crown Z Trail Run

Name: Crown Z Trail Run
Start: 2026-06-27
End: 2026-06-27
Location: Chapman

Chapman, United States • 27 Jun 2026

Crown Z Trail Run

The Crown Z Trail Run takes place on June 27, 2026 in Chapman, Oregon at the Ruley Trailhead of the Crown Z Trail. The race is chip timed and follows an out-and-back route toward Vernonia, returning along the same course. Finishers receive a finisher medal and official race results are provided.

Distances offered:

5K
10K
Half Marathon

Registration fees vary by distance and include a shirt: 5K is $50, 10K is $60, and the Half Marathon is $80. These registration prices apply through June 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM US/Pacific.

Packet pickup is available at the Columbia County Courthouse Annex Building, 230 Strand St, St. Helens on Friday, June 26 from 2:00 to 4:30 PM, and at Ruley Trailhead prior to the event. Parking is provided at Scappoose High School; no parking is available at Ruley Trailhead. Shuttle buses will transport participants between the school parking lot and the trailhead, with a travel time of approximately 15 minutes. The school address is 33700 High School Way, Scappoose. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Oregon Chapman

Race information

Registration

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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