Haulin Aspen

Bend, United States • 8 Aug 2026

Event overview

The Haulin' Aspen is a mountain trail running event held in Bend, Oregon, on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The race takes place at Wanoga Sno-Park and uses trails in the Deschutes National Forest. Distances offered:

  • Full Marathon
  • Half Marathon
  • Half As - 6.5 miles

The courses start and finish at Wanoga Sno-Park at an elevation near 5,500 feet. All courses are entirely on trail and include single track and forest service roads.

Course, aid stations and logistics

The course terrain includes rolling trails with elevation changes, rocky and dusty sections in places, and both climbs and descents. Marathoners face a recorded 700-foot vertical gain between approximately mile 21.5 and mile 24. Aid station support:

  • Full marathon: six aid stations on the route, encountered for a total of eight aid opportunities (approximate miles listed by organizers).
  • Half marathon: three aid stations, with one passed twice for four aid opportunities.
  • Half As (6.5 miles): two aid stations.

Packet pick-up is available at Footzone in Downtown Bend and also on site the morning of the race. Gear drop tags and on-site bag drop are provided. A post-race celebration at Wanoga Sno-Park includes music, food, a beer offering, and local vendors. The event’s beneficiary is Bethlehem Inn, an emergency shelter providing meals and case management services. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

42 km
Full Marathon
21 km
Half Marathon
6 mi
Half as - 6.5 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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