Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon

North Bend, United States • 7 Jun 2026

Event information

The Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon and Half takes place on June 7, 2026. The course runs from Snoqualmie Pass to North Bend, Washington. Distances offered:

  • Marathon
  • Half Marathon

Registration opens January 1, 2026. The event is point-to-point and held in the local area around Snoqualmie Pass and North Bend.

Course details

The course passes through a dark tunnel and follows a consistent downhill grade from a low starting elevation. The net elevation loss is just over 2,000 feet. The marathon course is USATF Boston Certified (WA21010RMB). The organizer reports that over 42% of runners on the original Tunnel course achieved a Boston Marathon qualifying time. The same course is also offered on dates in August and September. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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