A scenic view of a wooden bridge extending over a deep forested valley, with a few people walking on it, surrounded by tall green trees and sunlight filtering through the foliage.

COURSE SUPPORT

Race Day Support & Amenities

Our comprehensive race-day support ensures you have everything you need for a smooth, safe, and successful experience

from start to finish.

Restrooms

  • Start Line: Toilets available at the Hyak Trailhead.

  • Along the Course: Portable toilets placed approximately every few miles for both marathon and half marathon runners.

  • Finish Areas: Toilets available at:

    • Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail (Half Marathon Finish)

    • Iron Horse Alt Access Trailhead

    • Olallie State Park parking lot (Marathon Finish)

Aid Stations

  • Frequency: Aid stations located every 2–3 miles along both courses.

  • Offerings: Water and electrolyte drinks at every station.

  • Fuel: GU energy gels are available at select aid stations.

Medical Support

  • Start Line: Medical personnel available at the Hyak Trailhead.

  • On Course: Medical support positioned at strategic locations along the course.

  • Finish Areas: Medical staff available at the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail finish area.

Pacer Times

  • Pacer times: To be announced closer to race weekend.

Additional Amenities

Bag Check:

Bag drops will be available in the start area and ready for organized pickup in the finish areas.

Parking:

  • Free Parking: Available near the start line at the Summit I-90 Ski Area, approximately a 10-minute walk to the start line.

  • Paid Parking: Available at the Hyak Trailhead for a $10 day use fee or free for Washington Discover Pass holders.

Shuttle Buses:

Shuttle buses will transport runners from the finish areas back to start-line parking.

  • Marathon shuttles begin around 10:00 AM

  • Half Marathon shuttles begin around 9:00 AM

  • Buses run approximately every 30–45 minutes

Packet Pick-Up:

Finish Line Amenities

  • Medals and Shirts: Celebrate your achievement with a custom medal and tech shirt.

  • Swag: Participants will receive a Run Super Series drawstring bag available to use as your drop bag.

  • Post-Race: Enjoy the finish area and the camaraderie of fellow runners.