SILVER FALLS TRAIL CHALLENGE
RACE 1: PNW STATE PARK TRAIL SERIES
Due to Storm Damage this winter, some of the trails are still closed.
We have come up with a modified course that we think you will enjoy and still challenge you!
The Qtr Marathon will utilize most of the Trail of Ten Falls as you will still get to run behind the South & Lower South Falls. The course deviates from our original route at the Canyon & Winter Trail Junction. The mileage that you miss on the original route will be made up on the Bike Path Loop located at approx the four mile mark, just beyond the Winter Falls Aid Station. After completion of the Bike bath Loop (approx 1.8 miles) you will be directed back up to the Rim Trail, on the original course. Taking you back to the finish.
The Half Marathon is a double loop of the course above with a slight modification on the 2nd loop as the course markings will guide you down the Maple Ridge Trail, by passing the Southern Falls. (same as current years)
The Ruck Challenge will follow the same course as the Half Marathon, with ONE exception. DO NOT go out on the Bike Path Loop on your second Lap! We will have course markings & volunteers to help make sure you don’t add extra distance;)
We can’t wait to see everyone at one of our favorite places, RaceCampCheers!
New Course Maps: Re-route for 2026
BY THE NUMBERS:
WHERE: Silver Falls State Park, Sublimity, OR
WHEN: February 28th , 2026
DISTANCE: 1/4 Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 12mile Ruck Challenge
START TIMES:
1/4 Marathon : 9:30am at South Falls Day-Use Area
1/2 Marathon: 9:00am at South Falls Day-Use Area
12 Mile Ruck: 9:00am at South Falls Day-Use Area
PRICE:
1/4 Marathon: $59 after 1/1/25 $69 ($75 Day-Of, Cash/Check/Venmo)
1/2 Marathon: $69 after 1/1/25 $79 ($85 Day-Of, Cash/Check/Venmo)
12 Mile Ruck: $79 after 1/1/25 $89 ($95 Day-Of, Cash/Check/Venmo)
If you have never been to Silver Falls State Park, you are in for a treat. If you have been before, you’re still in for a treat.
There just ARE NOT ENOUGH ADJECTIVES to describe the PNW brand of beauty and mystique that is personified by Silver Falls State Park.
Starting in the South Falls day use area, you’ll have the option of 1 loop around the Trail of 10 Falls for a quarter marathon or add an additional loop to complete the half-marathon.
The chance to run behind and pass these picturesque falls is something you won’t soon forget.
Silver Falls is truly one of the most epic places in the PNW and will stay with you long after race day.
The Ruck Challenge will consist of a modified version of the Half Marathon Route.
Ruck Challenge: 35lb Weighted Pack Or 40lb Weight Vest. Your pack will be weighed in prior to the start & upon finishing. The weight must meet the 35lb requirement, or you will be penalized. (make sure you take account for any water/food provisions you may be carrying.
1/2 MARATHON:
COURSE MAP:
The Half Marathon Course is essentially a double loop on the Trail of Ten Falls starting from the Orchards Shelter. Linking up on the Canyon Trail, running in a clockwise direction. As you pass North Falls and climb the stairs, the trail will take a hard hair pin right turn. This will put you on the Rim Trail. Follow the signage along the Rim trail back to the start/finish line. After getting some aid from the station, you will follow the signage back through the park on onto the Trail of Ten Falls once again. The only change on the second loop is that you will be guided onto the Maple Ridge Trail which will link you back onto the Canyon Trail )
1/4 MARATHON:
COURSE MAP:
The Qtr Marathon is One Clockwise loop around the Trail of Ten Falls, starting and finishing at the Orchards Shelter. (Same as the first loop of the half marathon)
12 Mile Ruck Challenge:
COURSE MAP:
The Ruck Challenge follows the same route as the Half Marathon with one exception. (on the 2nd loop, you will be directed on to the Winter Trail. PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR TRAIL MARKINGS) This will shave off over one mile off the Half Marathon course.
More DETAILS:
Silver Falls State Park collects a fee of $10 per car for parking (cash or card)
Packet Pick-Up: Friday 2/27 at Shelter Orchard (2:00 PM to 5:00pm)
If you’re unable to pick-up on Sat, pick-up Race Day 2/28 starting at 7am.
Refund Policy: If you contact us before the week, be of the race…
We will push your entry to any our other events (of equal value) within 12-months.
NO Refunds.