Sunflower Relay, Half Marathon and Marathon

Winthrop, United States • 25 Apr 2026

Event overview

The Sunflower Relay, Half, and Full Trail Marathon takes place in the Methow Valley and runs between the towns of Mazama and Twisp. Portions of the route travel through private property that is open to participants only during this event. The course passes through fields of wildflowers.

Distances

  • Relay
  • Half Marathon
  • Full Marathon

Entry options and relay details

The event can be entered as an individual for the half or full marathon, or as a relay team of 2 to 5 members. A relay team option is new for 2026. Once the relay sells out, teams cannot add members. Team captains must pay the entire fee at registration. If team members are not known at registration, an email address can be entered and the entry will be listed as "pending". Kids 17 and under are free, with a limit of three free entries per team. A coupon code is available from the organizer to apply at checkout.

Cancellations, refunds and transfers

Organizers recommend purchasing registration insurance through RunReg. Refunds are available before March 15 with a $50 cancellation fee. No refunds are issued after March 15. Transfers are allowed until April 1. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
2-Person Relay Team
26 mi
Sunflower Marathon Waitlist
26 mi
Sunflower Marathon
26 mi
5-Person Relay Team
26 mi
4-Person Relay Team
26 mi
3-Person Relay Team
13 mi
Kids 17 and Under Free - Half Marathon
13 mi
Sunflower Half Marathon
13 mi
Sunflower Half Marathon Waitlist
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Run the Cutthroat Classic along the Pacific Crest Trail through the North Cascades with stunning mountain scenery. Six self seeding waves welcome all levels including an elite wave, and kids 17 and under can enter free with a signed waiver.