COURSES
FALL FOLIAGE AND SWEEPING VISTAS
A breathtaking run along the historic Columbia River Highway State Park trail.
Be sure to review the Scenic Oregon Run Series Cancellation Policy below before registering. You may also opt to purchase second-party insurance through Runreg.
Dog Leg Half Marathon
The Dog Leg Half Marathon is a celebration of the bond between runner and canine running partnerYou and your partner will be the center of a lot of attention 🐕 enjoy the well-deserved kudos! Thank you, and your four legged friend, for spreading smiles along the course!
Aid Stations
This out and back course has Aid Stations runners visit twice. The Aid Stations are spaced every 1 – 3 miles along the course. Aid stations will have water Gatorade, bananas, GU and snacks. There are dozens of Port-a-Potties at the Race Start and Race Finish Area and at most Aid Stations.
Live Results
Live results, including Half Marathon turnaround splits, are available during the event at the Finish Area Results Tent and on the website. The chips do not do live tracking of athletes.
Chip Timing
Your chip time starts when you cross the start line. Make certain your bib number is visible when crossing the finish line. The bibs are disposable. If you have any timing concerns please speak with the timing company near the Finish Line Announcers Tent.
SATURDAY 8K
Miles: 5 miles
Total Elevation: TBD feet
Largest Hill: TBD grade
Aid Stations: 2
Run along the waterfront!
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10 AM for 8K - Registration includes race shirt, finisher's medal, and post-run meal.
DETAILS AND MAP COMING SOON
OFFICIAL CHARITY PARTNER
We are proud to have St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as the Official Charity Partner of the 2026 Columbia Gorge Run, making every mile an opportunity to support a mission that helps ensure families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing, or food while their child fights cancer.
When you run as a St. Jude Hero, your commitment to raising funds supports the life saving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Finding cures. Saving children.
As part of the program, St. Jude Heroes commit to raising $500 in exchange for the event entry.
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MAKE EVERY MILE COUNT
Program includes,
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Entry into the Columbia Gorge Run, distance of choice
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Concierge registration assistance leading up to the event to help with all registration and event questions from the team at Breakaway Promotions, guaranteeing a response to emails within 48 hours.
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VIP check-in line during packet pickup at registration so that you won’t have to wait in line to get numbers and swag.
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Upgraded VIP adventure drop bag with St. Jude Heroes branding with race day nutrition goodies.
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Custom race bibs with your name and St. Jude Heroes logo.
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Co-branded St. Jude Heroes tech shirt, in addition to the participant race shirt
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St. Jude Heroes' VIP Lounge access with pre- and post-race snacks and drinks for St. Jude Heroes only
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Exclusive drop bag area
The start is at Mark O. Hatfield WEST
Buses will shuttle everyone to the start line from the Event Site.
The shuttle service runs from 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM. The race starts at 8:30 AM sharp. We recommend that you arrive at the Event Site parking lot at least one hour before the race to catch a shuttle.
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7:30 am 6Hr + Pace Marathoner Early Start Option- *New optional start for those runners anticipating a 6hr+ finish time. You must sign up at packet pickup for the early start.
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8:30 am Marathon Start- Start time for marathon runners.
**Finish line closure is 3:00 pm. Cut-off times are based on gun time, not individual chip time.**
Half-marathon runners self-select their start field. Your chip time starts when you cross the start line.
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8:30 am Walker Early Start Option- *New optional start for those registered walkers who want more time to enjoy the course. (6-hour, 30min course time, 29:46-min/mile pace). Only registered Half-Marathon walkers are allowed an early start. Anyone starting in this wave will be marked as a Walker.
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9:30 am 5-9 Minute Mile Pace (5:30-hour course time)
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9:45 am 9+ Minute Mile Pace & Walkers (5:15 hour course time)
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10:00 am Dog Leg (5:00 hour course time, 22:53-min/mile pace)
**Finish line closure is 3:00 pm. Cut-off times are based on gun time, not individual chip time.**
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