Courses
Super Hyak Marathon
Start & Finish
Start: 7:00AM - Hyak Trail Head at Palouse to Cascades State Park
Finish: Homestead Valley Trailhead
The Course
Super Hyak Marathon begins near Snoqualmie Pass before descending along the Palouse to Cascades Trail.
1,247’ Net Downhill - USATF Certified
1,414’ Total Elevation Loss
Start Elevation: 2,565.6’
Finish Elevation: 1,318.9’
The profile is steady and sustained - designed for controlled speed, not reckless quad punishment.
Runners settle into rhythm early before unlocking the full advantage of the descent.
This is engineered downhill.
Race Support
Restrooms: Available at the start, finish, and approximately every 2–3 miles along the course
Water & Aid Stations: Located every 2–3 miles, offering water and electrolyte drinks
Course Marshals: Positioned at key locations to provide directions and assistance
Medical Support: Available at the start, finish, and strategic points along the course
Additional Amenities
Free Parking: Available near the start line at the Summit I-90 Ski Area
Shuttle Service: Shuttles from the finish area to start-line parking run every 30–45 minutes, beginning around 10:00 AM. There are no shuttles before the race start.
Certification & Qualification
Boston Marathon Qualifier
USATF Certified Course: WA25021RMB
Super Hyak Half
Start & Finish
Start: 7:30 AM — Hyak Trailhead, Palouse to Cascades State Park
Finish: Garcia Crossing, located approximately one mile up from the main road — a pleasant, flat cool-down walk to the shuttle pickup area
Course Description
Run 13.1 miles of fast, scenic downhill through the iconic 2.4-mile Snoqualmie Tunnel, featuring a gentle net descent of approximately 1000 feet—perfect for chasing a PR.
Race Support
Restrooms: Available at the start, finish, and approximately every 2–3 miles along the course
Water & Aid Stations: Located every 2–3 miles, offering water and electrolyte drinks
Course Marshals: Positioned at key locations to provide directions and assistance
Medical Support: Available at the start, finish, and strategic points along the courAdditional Amenities
Free Parking: Available near the start line at the Summit I-90 Ski Area
Shuttle Service: Shuttles from the finish area to start-line parking run every 30–45 minutes, beginning around 9:00 AM
Additional Amenities
Free Parking: Available near the start line at the Summit I-90 Ski Area
Shuttle Service: Shuttles from the finish area to start-line parking run every 30–45 minutes, beginning around 9:00 AM
Certification
USATF Certified Course: WA25023RMB
