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Wildwood Trail

September 10, 2019

America’s longest forested urban trail. Yes, at 30.2 miles, the Wildwood Trail takes hikers to the Portland, Oregon area from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington Park to the Northwest terminus of the trail at Newberry Road. Designated as a National Recreation Trail, the trail is well marked with blue, diamond-shaped blazes and mileage markers posted every […]

Grateful Dad Race

June 15, 2018

Coming June 16, 2018. Dust off your tie-dye shirt and get ready for the Grateful Dad Race! Celebrate dear ol’ dad this weekend in Portland, Oregon at this chip timed race with half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances. The course is a scenic one with views of the Columbia River and Cascade Mountains. It’s fast and flat […]

Hood to Coast Relay

August 3, 2017

Coming August 25, 2017. Distance: 199 miles. Time limit: 32.5 hours. Known as the Mother of All Relays, the Hood to Coast Relay was established in 1982 and is a super popular event, filling its 1,050 team limit on opening day for the past 19 years. Teams of 8 to 12 runners start at the Timberline Lodge (yes, location […]

Cinco de Mayo Run

May 5, 2017

Coming May 7, 2017. ¡Vámonos! It’s the Cinco de Mayo Run in the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon this Sunday. Choose from the half marathon, 10K, or 5K distances for this chip timed race that’s celebrating its 15 year anniversary. This year’s courses are flat and fast and cross over at least two of the city’s bridges. […]

Tiny House Village at Mt. Hood

March 23, 2017

So cute and well…tiny! It’s the Tiny House Village at Mt. Hood, your chance to stay overnight in your very own tiny house set in a forest just outside of Portland, Oregon. Each tiny house has a name and distinct personality, such as Savannah who “radiates Southern charm and tackles the world with kindness” and sleeps 3 or […]

Run Like Hell Half Marathon

September 21, 2016

Coming October 23, 2016. Have you picked out your Halloween costume yet? Well, it’s time to do that and sign up for the Run Like Hell Half Marathon! The course takes you through downtown Portland so there will be some small hills but expect beautiful Oregon mountain and river views, entertainment and race support every two miles, […]

Country Girl Half Marathon and 10K

June 27, 2016

Coming September 25, 2016. This one’s for y’all! The Country Girl Half Marathon and 10K in Portland, Oregon is a fun, timed race for all you country gals! An out and back course from the historic Kliever Memorial Armory is fast and flat, making it a good first half marathon or personal best race. Views […]

The Big Float

June 22, 2016

Coming July 10, 2016. A giant floating party! The Big Float is a celebration of Oregon’s Willamette River in Portland. Grab your inner tube, kayak, SUP, or anything that floats, plus your life jacket and take part in this 6th annual event. There will be a floating party down the river, parades, live music, food […]