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2026 Conquer the Canyon

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

Solid Pick48

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

Hidden Gem

Atmosphere

Local CommunityParty FinishGreat MedalGreat Post Race

Course

Scenic Route

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

Directions

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

6.1 Miles3.1 Miles

Quality Score

Solid Pick48
Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size10/15

~87.5 finishers a year

Momentum4/5

shrinking

Loyalty14/20

14% returning runners

Course & details8/15

4 timing sources · 6 photos

National draw5/10

runners from 8 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:22:24

Weather0/10

typical high 76°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (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

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:15p50 median ≈ 2:053:35
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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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