Gorge Waterfalls
Cascade Locks, United States • 10-12 Apr 2026
Gorge Waterfalls event
Gorge Waterfalls is a trail running event staged at Marine Park Pavilion in Cascade Locks, Oregon, on April 10-12, 2026. Races run through the Columbia River Gorge on marked trails. Distances offered:
- 100K
- 50K
- 30K
The event uses wave starts for the 30K and 50K to spread runners; the 100K uses a single mass start. Published overall cutoffs are: 30K - 6 hours, 50K - 9 hours, 100K - 17 hours. The race is associated with Daybreak Racing and Freetrail. The event location is about a 35-40 minute drive east of Portland and includes camping on Thunder Island near the start/finish area.
Registration, capacity and logistics
Registration opens October 8, 2025. Early and late registration fees are listed for each distance; the fee does not include event platform processing fees, taxes, or add-ons. Each race day has a limit of 450 runners. Once a race fills, distance transfers are not available and a waitlist may be activated. The event provides chip timing, aid stations, medical support, restrooms, shuttle buses, on-course communications, post-race food and beverage, and custom finisher awards. Parking at Marine Park requires a $10 daily fee paid to the Port of Cascade Locks; additional curbside parking is available along Wa Na Pa St. A portion of proceeds will be donated to Trailkeepers of Oregon. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.