Strawberry Fields Forever

Strawberry Fields Forever

Strawberry Fields Forever is a multi-distance running event held at the North Bonneville Ball Fields in North Bonneville, WA, inside the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. The event is based on a 10k loop on Strawberry Island and offers multiple race distances.

Distances include:

• 100 Miler
• 100K
• 50K
• 10K

The course runs through field, forest and along the Columbia River on dirt and graveled trails. The loop has roughly 200 feet of elevation gain and 200 feet of elevation loss. The start and finish are at the North Bonneville Ball Fields where participants are counted by a chip mat. There is one aid station on course that can be accessed approximately every 6.2 miles and supplies include water, electrolyte, sports bars, pizza and peanut butter strawberry jam sandwiches. The loop passes three restrooms and a short detour provides a fourth restroom. Participants may set up a tent at the park for gear changes or rest.

Long distance races consist of repeated 10k loops; the 100 mile event is 16 loops. Awards are available within a 30 hour time limit and medals are issued only for the distance entered. Runners may change their chosen distance up to the Friday before the event. Entry fees vary by distance and food and drink will be available throughout the 30 hour period. Prizes are donated by Katoola.

Nearby points of interest include the Bonneville Dam and Fish Hatchery, waterfalls, hot springs, Beacon Rock, golf courses, local brew pubs, a frisbee golf course and swimming spots. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.