gorge waterfalls 50k
[SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 2017 // columbia river gorge, OR]
Registration for the 2017 Gorge Waterfalls 50K lottery will open on October 15th, 2016 and you will have 10 days to join the lottery before it closes on October 25th, 2016. Your credit card will NOT be charged until we draw names. Lottery results will be announced October 27th, 2016.
New this year: We will be offering a Group Registration option. At registration, you will be asked if it's an individual or group registration. If you are part of a group who wants to run together, enter the group name, and you will get one ticket for the entire group. If your ticket is drawn, the whole group gets in. If you have any questions, feel free to email us info@rainshadowrunning.com.
If you are interested in volunteering for the race, please email elizabeth@rainshadowrunning.com
2016 results here, and all previous years' results can be found via UltraSignup.
Scroll down for links to 50k race recaps and race photos from Rainshadow race photographer, Glenn Tachiyama!
New this year: We will be offering a Group Registration option. At registration, you will be asked if it's an individual or group registration. If you are part of a group who wants to run together, enter the group name, and you will get one ticket for the entire group. If your ticket is drawn, the whole group gets in. If you have any questions, feel free to email us info@rainshadowrunning.com.
If you are interested in volunteering for the race, please email elizabeth@rainshadowrunning.com
2016 results here, and all previous years' results can be found via UltraSignup.
Scroll down for links to 50k race recaps and race photos from Rainshadow race photographer, Glenn Tachiyama!
The Gorge Waterfalls 50k is unique in the number of waterfalls this course includes - quite possibly more waterfalls than you'll be able to count! Wahkeena Falls, Fairy Falls, Multnomah Falls, Oneota Falls, Dry Falls, and far more, including Ponytail Falls, which you'll run right underneath. For inspiration, check out Project Talaria's 2014 Gorge Watefalls video, Ethan Newberry's 2014 Gorge Waterfalls 50k Video, and Paul Nelson's Gorge Waterfalls Preview Video.
Questions? The race directors for this and all Rainshadow Running races is James Varner.
Otherwise, volunteer@rainshadowrunning.com for volunteer opportunities or info@rainshadowrunning.com for general inquiries.
Questions? The race directors for this and all Rainshadow Running races is James Varner.
Otherwise, volunteer@rainshadowrunning.com for volunteer opportunities or info@rainshadowrunning.com for general inquiries.
Since the 50k is a point-to-point course, ALL runners are bused from Benson State Recreation Area to the start (Wyeth campground / trailhead).
Three full aid stations:
Drop bag access at all three aid stations. 9 hours to finish the 50k. Cut-offs TBA.
Crew driving directions are available here. THERE IS NO CREW OR SPECTATOR ACCESS AT NO NAME (mile 25).
Below are the course maps, course description and elevation profile:
Three full aid stations:
- Cascade Locks - mile 9.3
- Yeon - mile 18
- No Name - mile 25
Drop bag access at all three aid stations. 9 hours to finish the 50k. Cut-offs TBA.
Crew driving directions are available here. THERE IS NO CREW OR SPECTATOR ACCESS AT NO NAME (mile 25).
Below are the course maps, course description and elevation profile:
Portland, Oregon is the closest airport. Seatac (Seattle) is the next closest airport and is an approximate 3 hour drive to Portland. Troutdale, OR, and Cascade Locks, OR are the two closest options for hotels and restaurants. Portland is also close, if you live nearby, and/or prefer to stay in a bigger city. The closest camping is located at Ainsworth State Park.
Post-race party central: McMenamin's Edgefield. You can book rooms there directly via their website.
There are also additional hotel options nearby the Edgefield, and pretty endless lodging options in the Portland/Gresham/Troutdale area.
Post-race party central: McMenamin's Edgefield. You can book rooms there directly via their website.
There are also additional hotel options nearby the Edgefield, and pretty endless lodging options in the Portland/Gresham/Troutdale area.
The 50k finishes at Benson State Recreation Area in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area (about 13 miles East of Troutdale, OR at Exit 30 on I-84). Click here for road map and driving directions.
Please also note that Exit 30 is only accessible for eastbound traffic on I-84, which means that for folks coming from the east (i.e. Cascade Locks, Hood River, or beyond) and heading west toward Benson, you'll have to go past Exit 30 to Exit 22 and then get back on I-84 heading East to get to Exit 30. For folks heading home after the race to places west of Exit 30, you'll have to go east to Exit 31 (Multnomah Falls) or beyond to be able to turn around and get back on I-84 heading West.
Please also note that Exit 30 is only accessible for eastbound traffic on I-84, which means that for folks coming from the east (i.e. Cascade Locks, Hood River, or beyond) and heading west toward Benson, you'll have to go past Exit 30 to Exit 22 and then get back on I-84 heading East to get to Exit 30. For folks heading home after the race to places west of Exit 30, you'll have to go east to Exit 31 (Multnomah Falls) or beyond to be able to turn around and get back on I-84 heading West.
gorge waterfalls carpooling
Coordinating carpools in three quick and easy steps!
- Click this link and scan the spreadsheet to find compatible folks to carpool with;
- Contact those folks or...
- If you don't see what you're looking for enter your own details and contact info.
2016
Official 50k race photos by Glenn Tachiyama
Race recap by Anne Crispino-Taylor
2015
Official 50k race photos by Rainshadow race photographer, Glenn Tachiyama
Race recap by Van Phan
Race recap by Carey Cuprisin
Race recap by Marc Schmitz
Flip-a-gram video by Rachel Adams
Race Recap by Joe Costanzo
Unofficial 50k race video by Tim Amyx
Unofficial 50k race photos by Jack Jewell
2014
Glenn Tachiyama Photos
Paul Nelson Photos
Ginger Runner 50k Race Video
2013
Glenn Tachiyama Photos
Project Talaria's Race Video
Official 50k race photos by Glenn Tachiyama
Race recap by Anne Crispino-Taylor
2015
Official 50k race photos by Rainshadow race photographer, Glenn Tachiyama
Race recap by Van Phan
Race recap by Carey Cuprisin
Race recap by Marc Schmitz
Flip-a-gram video by Rachel Adams
Race Recap by Joe Costanzo
Unofficial 50k race video by Tim Amyx
Unofficial 50k race photos by Jack Jewell
2014
Glenn Tachiyama Photos
Paul Nelson Photos
Ginger Runner 50k Race Video
2013
Glenn Tachiyama Photos
Project Talaria's Race Video
