
2026 Conquer the Canyon
Conquer the Canyon's half marathon showcases Redmond's stunning high-desert Dry Canyon.
Race Date
Jun 6, 2026
Location
Redmond, OR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 6, 2026
- Location
- Redmond, Oregon
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 93
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Conquer the Canyon half marathon takes runners through Redmond's Dry Canyon, a nature preserve with striking volcanic geology and steep rocky walls. The course also moves through the town center, passing pavilions and historic landmarks. With a loyal field averaging about 88 finishers from 8 states, the event has a devoted 14% repeat rate.
The out-and-back course is mostly flat (0 ft elevation gain) and transitions from paved streets to dirt trails, offering a mix of urban and wild scenery. Spectators are few, but the intimate atmosphere and gorgeous surroundings more than compensate.
The finish line at Centennial Park welcomes runners with custom-designed medals, food and drink, and a post-race party with music. It's a small, well-organized event that captures the spirit of Central Oregon's high desert.
Race-provided description
Join us June 6, 2026 and get ready to Conquer the Canyon - HALF MARATHON (13.1 miles), 10K, and 5K! And the return of the 5K Doggie Dash! Half Marathon Update: Due to newly identified construction in Dry Canyon making parts of the course impassable, the 2026 half marathon has been canceled. Cruise through Redmond’s Dry Canyon Trail which boasts stunning high desert geological features and peaceful scenic surroundings. The majority of the Dry Canyon is a nature preserve with steep rocky walls - a tribute to the area’s volcanic past. The course also weaves through Redmond's town center. Catch impressive natural views and traditional city scenes featuring pavilions and historic landmarks. Choose your distance: 5K, 10K or 1/2 marathon. Each race is professionally chip-timed by Eclectic Edge Racing and supported by outstanding event staff and medical personnel who are there for you at every turn. Meet friends and family at the post-race party with music, food and drink! Beautiful custom-designed medals await every runner at the finish line. RACE SCHEDULE Packet Pickup: Friday, June 5 from 2-6pm at SCP Redmond Hotel (Downtown Redmond). You may also pick up your packet one hour before your race time at the race. RACE START TIMES Half Marathon - 9am10K - 9:15am5K - 9:30am5K Doggie Dash - 9:33am Starting line and finish and after party is in Centennial Park in Redmond. All finishers receive a custom-made medal, food and drink at the after-party!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Start Location
446 SW 9th St, Redmond, OR, 97756
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Desert, Urban
Surface
Dirt Trail, Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick482 years running
~87.5 finishers a year
shrinking
14% returning runners
4 timing sources · 6 photos
runners from 8 states
winner 1:22:24
typical high 76°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
50°
Afternoon (High)
76°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
50%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 93 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2024
Total finishers
93
Median time
2:08:03
Latest turnout
93
States
11
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 2026 Conquer the Canyon?
The 2026 Conquer the Canyon is held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the 2026 Conquer the Canyon take place?
It takes place in Redmond, Oregon.
What distances does the 2026 Conquer the Canyon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles.
Is the 2026 Conquer the Canyon course flat and good for a PR?
The 2026 Conquer the Canyon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the 2026 Conquer the Canyon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 93 runners who have completed the 2026 Conquer the Canyon.
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