Sunflower Relay, Half Marathon and Marathon

Winthrop, United States • 24 Apr 2027

Sunflower Relay, Half Marathon and Marathon

The Sunflower Relay, Half Marathon and Marathon is a trail running event in the Methow Valley that passes through fields of wildflowers and sunflower-filled meadows between Mazama and Twisp. Portions of the route travel across private property that is open to runners only during this event. The event takes place in Winthrop, WA on April 24, 2027.

Distances offered include:

  • Sunflower Marathon 26.8 miles
  • Sunflower Half Marathon 13 miles
  • Sunflower Relay 26.8 miles team distance

Participants may run as individuals in the half or full marathon, or form relay teams of two to five members. Kids 17 and under may enter for free, with a limit of three youth entries per relay team. Entry limits are applied by category and overall; the total event registration limit is 1250. The organizer notes the race sells out every year. Online registration opens with a registration deadline on April 1, 2027 and waitlists are used for closed categories.

The event’s cancellation and refund policy includes a $50 cancellation fee for refunds issued before March 15, no refunds after March 15, and transfers allowed until March 25. Organizers recommend purchasing registration insurance through RunReg. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

27 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
7 mi
Relay Leg 4
7 mi
Relay Leg 5
6 mi
Relay Leg 2
6 mi
Relay Leg 3
Relay Leg 1
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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