Mac Forest Trail Run

Corvallis, United States • 14 Mar 2026

Mac Forest Trail Run

The Mac Forest Trail Run takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Corvallis, Oregon. The event offers two race distances: a 15K and a 5K. The 15K race begins at 9:00 AM and the 5K at 9:30 AM.

The course is located in the McDonald Forest and uses a combination of single-track trails and logging roads. The 15K route has approximately 1450 feet of elevation gain. Two aid stations are positioned on the course at the Forestry Cabin and the Cap House. Views of the Cascades, the Coast Range, and the Soap Creek Valley may be visible.

Proceeds from the event benefit the Oregon Running Foundation, a nonprofit that supports local high school cross-country athletes and teams and provides shoes for young runners facing challenges.

Pre-ordered race shirts must be ordered by February 1, 2026, to guarantee delivery on race day. A limited number of shirts will be available for purchase on the day of the event. The event promotes a "cupless" policy for 2026.

Registration opens on November 26, 2025. Fees are $40 for the adult 15K, $30 for the adult 5K, $20 for the youth 15K (18 and under), and $15 for the youth 5K. Prices increase after January 15, 2026. Day-of-race registration is available, limited to cash or check payment. No dogs or strollers are permitted on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

15 km
15k
5 km
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