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The North Olympic Discovery Marathon, Marathon Walk, Marathon Relay and Half Marathon take place on a unique point to point course that incorporates the beautiful Olympic Discovery Trail with stunning views of the Olympic Mountains and a five mile finishing stretch along the shores of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The 10K, 5K and Kids Marathon are an out-and-back along the shores of the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Frequent sightings of seals, eagles, and an array of shore birds are common from the trail. Iconic trestle bridges provide beautiful back drops. Salmon can be seen spawning at the Morse Creek crossing in the fall. The North Olympic Discovery Marathon is truly one of the most beautiful marathon venues anywhere.

This rails to trails course is a wide, hard surface (99% paved) trail. The course is marked at every mile and water stations are located approximately every two miles. Cool June weather can be expected – average high is 65F, average low is 49F, average mean is 57F.

The race is organized by the Port Angeles Marathon Association – a group of accomplished amateur athletes.

The Marathon is a USATF certified course and a Boston Marathon qualifier.

Like Running or Walking? Love Cider? This race is for you!

Join us on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 11:30am for an exciting annual event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Finnriver Farm & Cidery! Their mission is to celebrate the beauty and bounty of the earth, to reconnect people to the land that sustains us and to grow community! So, whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the cider and camaraderie this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.

Registration Includes:

• T-shirt: Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included!

• Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable!

• Finisher Medal: Doubles as a bottle opener.

• Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk

• Results Posted Online

• A homemade Cider Donut

• ...and of course, a pour of cider!

Sea To Sound is a 70 mile, three-day, multi-modal group ride spanning the entire length of the Olympic Discovery Trail. It is also a fundraising opportunity for Ian's Ride, a 501c3 non profit in the State Of Washington. The Olympic Peninsula is the farthest northwest expanse of land one can explore along the US coast. In fact, the Rails to Trail Conservancy recently decided to add the ODT to the Great American Rail-Trail – making a route from Washington, DC to the Pacific Ocean here in Washington State. Over 3700 miles! For our event, we will offer aid stations and support along the entire route. Wheelchair users are strongly encouraged! We will support you. Just tell us what you will need.

To accommodate everyone, we are offering a virtual option. This means, you can join along with us, at your own pace, from your own neighborhood. Upload your miles here, follow along to see where you are on our route, and most importantly, Get Outside! The virtual option has until 12/31 for completion.

Day 1: Friday, Aug 22nd

Day 1 is 20 miles. It begins on the west side of Lake Crescent, at the Camp Creek Trailhead, 36.3 miles west of Port Angeles on Hwy 101, South of Hwy 101 on Cooper Ranch Rd. We encourage folks to park at the Spruce Railroad trailhead and shuttle to the Camp Creek trailhead. This section of the trail is stunning, smooth, and remote with big trees and peekaboo views of Lake Crescent. The final few miles are on the recently completed Spruce Railroad section of the trail. It has a beautifully smooth surface and travels right along the edge of Lake Crescent. View maps and get the most up-to-date, detailed information from our website.

Day 2: Saturday, Aug 23rd

Day 2 is 27 miles. It begins west of Port Angeles, at the end of Crown Z Water Road at the spectacular Elwha River suspension bridge. The trail crosses the Elwha River. Long a source of hydropower and water for mills, the Elwha dams were removed in September 2011, and the largest river flowing out of the Olympics returned in hopes salmon would eventually repopulate this valley. Although there are some hilly spots, the route is almost entirely paved. There are several excellent access points to join or exit the group ride. Many will be joining us in wheelchairs. We will finish the day at Carrie Blake Park in Sequim. We offer aid stations along the way and transportation assistance when needed. View maps and detailed information on our website.

Day 3: Sunday, Aug 24th

Day 3 is 21 miles. It begins at Carrie Blake Park in Sequim. The majority of the day is paved. This year we will NOT ride along Highway 101. Our shuttles will move you from Gardiner to the four corner trailhead of the Larry Scott Trail portion of the ODT. Although not paved, this is a smooth and beautiful trail. Many will be joining us in wheelchairs. We offer aid stations along the way and transportation assistance when needed. View maps and more detailed information on our website.

Sea to Sound Scholarships

We recognize one of the biggest challenges for our disabled riders to join is the expense, particularly lodging. We’ve been fortunate to receive generous grants and donations targeted for scholarships that will cover lodging and registration costs. Unfortunately, we are only able to offer these opportunities to folks with disabilities, particularly mobility impairments. If this is something you’re interested in, please fill out our online application and we'll be getting in touch. Hope to see you there!

Virtual Participants

To accommodate everyone, we are offering a virtual option. This means, you can join along with us, at your own pace, from your own neighborhood. Upload your miles here, follow along to see where you are on our route, and most importantly, Get Outside! The virtual option has until 12/31 for completion.

Register now as a solo participant or as a team of 2+ participants (your team will work together to complete the mileage goal for your challenge) and start running, walking, wheeling or biking to complete your Sea To Sound goals! If funding is an issue, please contact us for possible scholarship opportunities.

Please do not run on unsafe roads, or areas that have been closed to the public.

About Tour de Lavender

With vistas of the snow-capped Olympic Mountains, the blue expanse of the Salish Sea, and multi-hued fields of wondrous lavender to roam, the “Tour de Lavender” is more than just a ride, it’s an experience! Since 2013, the Tour de Lavender has given cyclists from beginner to expert the chance to celebrate the stunning beauty of the Olympic Peninsula and enjoy the renowned lavender farms of the Sequim-Dungeness. Celebrate some more when you return to the finish area with pizza, beer garden, socializing. You can also pick up any purchases that you made at the farms, which we will transport back to the event finish area for you!

Peninsula Trails Coalition

Proceeds from the Tour de Lavender go to the Peninsula Trails Coalition, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and are used for the construction and maintenance of the Olympic Discovery Trail, as well as advocacy and education.

There are a number of ways to participate in the Tour de Lavender:

• The 35-mile Fun Ride. The Fun Ride on the Tour de Lavender is a loop course and is for cyclists looking for a more casual, relaxed ride. The route is over mostly level terrain, and most of it is on low traffic country roads as well as the Olympic Discovery Trail, the Peninsula’s crown jewel of scenic bikeways.

• The 64-mile Metric Century. The Metric Century is also a loop course. It is mostly over level or gently rolling terrain but incorporates two more challenging hill climbs. It follows backcountry roads and segments of the region’s premier scenic bikeway, and the Olympic Discovery Trail. Elevation gained on the route is more than 2,000 feet.

Both courses visit multiple lavender farms. Each farm has a dedicated Tour de Lavender support station offering snacks, beverages, and quick access to mechanical support if your bike needs it. Each farm also has its own unique character, but all are dedicated to making your visit a memorable experience and truly “cyclist-friendly.”

REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 1ST.

Entry fees:

Adult:

• $80 January 1 - April 30

• $90 May 1 - Jun 30

• $95 July 1 - August 1

Youth pricing: $35 ages 13-17 / $15 ages 12 and under

Entry fee includes: swag bag, marked courses as well as paper and digital maps, pre-event and on-course mechanical support, fully-stocked snack stations at each farm and at Sequim Bay State Park, post-ride pizza (and a no-host beer garden to compliment it!), shopping service (we will transport your farm purchases back to the finish area for you), and more.

See the Tour de Lavender website for full event information.

NEW for 2026! MORE ways to experience Tour de Lavender and support the Olympic Discovery Trail

Tour de Lavender Self-Guided

This is for folks who either cannot attend on August 1 or prefer a more low-key experience while still supporting fundraising for the Olympic Discovery Trail. Participants ride either of the distances on any day between July 20 - 31 or Aug 2-15 (NOT on August 1st). We will provide a swag bag, paper and digital maps, and all of the information you need to have a lovely day visiting the farms, such as the schedule of farm operating hours, coupons, and more. Price is $55 per person.

Refund and Return Policy

• Tour de Lavender registration fees are nonrefundable. During the registration process, you will have the chance to buy refund insurance from BikeSignUp (not available to Canadians participants – rules of the insurance company not us or BikeSignUp), which will allow a full refund in certain circumstances including including accident, illness and family emergency. Full insurance information HERE.

• Tour de Lavender registration fees are transferable to another rider for the current years event. Follow these instructions to transfer.

• Tour de Lavender jerseys and T-shirts may be exchanged for a different size provided they are returned undamaged within seven days. No exchanges, refunds, or credits are available for any other Tour de Lavender merchandise.

• 50K * Marathon * Half Marathon *

The Great Olympic Adventure Trail Run (GOAT Run) is a trail 50K, marathon & half marathon that traverses Kelly Ridge between the Olympic National Park and the Strait of Juan de Fuca in Washington State.

The route follows the single track Adventure Trail for the majority of the course, plus some unpaved forest road mixed in, and less than a mile on pavement. The finish line is in Olympic National Park at the deep, glacially carved Lake Crescent. Famous for its turquoise blue waters of exceptional clarity, the lake is the perfect place to end the race.

The course reaches a maximum elevation of 1,619 feet, with a cumulative elevation gain of 1500 ft for the half, 3500 ft for the marathon, and 3700 ft for the 50K. Challenging? Absolutely! This is a difficult course. But it’s worth it! *(note: half course is long, about 14 mi)

What’s included?

In addition to an epic outdoor experience in the far northwest corner, all runners receive a professional well-organized event, a well-marked course, food and snacks at water stations along the course, a piece of custom race swag, free shuttle to start, chip timing, after-party at Log Cabin Resort including heavy snacks and water / electrolyte. Bring cash or card with you, as we will have a beer / cider garden at the finish line!

Where to stay

Olympic Lodge in Port Angeles is offering a special 25% off discount for GOAT Runners.

Booking link here.

Or phone direct at 360-452-2993 and use booking code GOAT to receive the same discounted pricing.

GOAT Run is Cupless

Unnecessary waste and trash is something we are working to eliminate from our events. As an organization dedicated to maintaining a clean race and doing our part to keep our trails clean, starting in 2024 we will be going cupless. This means we are eliminating the use of disposable cups at our races. Runners will carry their own hydration vessels, weather it be a backpack, water bottle, or a compressible cup such at the HydraPak speed cup.

Giving Back

This race is a friendly, community-based event, and a portion of race proceeds is donated to the Peninsula Trails Coalition and the Peninsula Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen of Washington, in appreciation for their countless hours of trail construction and maintenance on the North Olympic Peninsula.

Refund Policy

• 50% refund available until August 15, NO REFUNDS AFTER THIS DATE

• No deferrals to next year

• Transfers are allowed until 3 days before the race. Transfer instructions.

• You will have the choice during the registration process to buy cancellation insurance (unavailable for Canadian racers – rules of the insurance company and not us or RunSignUp). With the insurance, you will get a full refund in certain circumstances including including accident, illness and family emergency, even after the August 15th date. Click here for more info and FAQ about the RegShield insurance.

• If we are forced to cancel for any reason, runners will get a free transfer to the next year, or an 80% refund

Full information on our website.