Iron Horse Half Marathon

Come join us for the Blake Pottle Foundation's 5th Annual "Opt Outside to Fight Cancer" Run/Walk 5K. The race is in remembrance of Blake Pottle, all proceeds to benefit the Blake Pottle Foundation. The Blake Pottle Foundation seeks to provide funding, awareness, and support to those affected by cancer. The Foundation will identify opportunities to partner with healthcare and community organizations to further cancer research, prevention and detection with an overarching goal of making a lasting impact in the fight against cancer.

New Jack & Jill Course Update

We’re excited to officially confirm the new Jack & Jill Marathon & Half Marathon course.

Thank you for your patience and trust while we worked to secure the best possible course for runners to enjoy and crush their goals.

The updated course keeps the fast, PR-friendly experience Jack & Jill is known for — with fresh scenery and an improved race-day flow.

Course Highlights

• Point-to-point course

• Net downhill: ~1,100 feet

• Boston Qualifier eligible — no 5-minute downhill penalty

• Run through the iconic tunnel

• New scenic views including Lake Keecheles

Jack & Jill continues to be one of the fastest and most enjoyable marathon and half marathon experiences in the Pacific Northwest.

Race-Day Experience

• Professionally timed by Laurell (formerly Brooksee)

• Live tracking, mile splits, and printed finisher cards

• Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group Ranking — Tokyo 2027

• Our Super Pacers leading you to your best time

Looking for a different date?

The Downhill Super Series now offers three weekends and three fast courses:

• Jack & Jill Marathon & Half — ~1,100’ net downhill

• Super Hyak Marathon & Half — 1247’ net downhill

• Cascade Express Marathon & Half — 1247’ net downhill

Choose the weekend that fits your race calendar best.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the new Jack & Jill course.

Visit the official race website for full race details, course maps, and race weekend information: Jack & Jill Marathon & Half

#5 Fastest Boston Qualifier in the Nation

The Cascade Express Marathon & Half in North Bend, WA offers fast, scenic downhill marathon and half marathon courses along the Palouse to Cascades Trail that meet Boston Marathon qualifying standards with no 5-minute penalty.

This course is a premier Boston Qualifier, with a high BQ rate! Enjoy 26.2 miles of fast scenic downhill with a gorgeous view of the Cascade Mountains as you glide down the gravel trail on this point-to-point course. This is the ONLY marathon course that features jaw-dropping views as you run along Keechelus Lake. With 1247’ of gradual net downhill, we assure you that you will “find your super fast” on the way to a speedy time, PR, or BQ!

This is the third and final event in our 3-race Downhill Super Series. Downhill Super Series

The Cascade Express Half is one of the fastest half-marathon courses in the country! Enjoy 13.1 miles of scenic downhill with a gorgeous view of the Cascade Mountains as you glide down the gravel trail on this point-to-point course. This is the ONLY half-marathon course that features a run through the famous 2.4-mile Snoqualmie Tunnel. With 1000’ of gradual net downhill, we assure you that you will “find your super fast” on the way to a speedy time or a PR!

Enjoy your finish with a custom medal, a tech shirt, and a drop bag.

Marathon USATF certification WA25021RMB

Marathon is a Boston qualifier

Half Marathon USATF certification WA25023RMB

Visit the official race website for full race details, course maps, and race weekend information: Cascade Express