Pacific Northwest Marathon
The Pacific Northwest Marathon offers a flat, fast course ideal for personal bests.
Race Date
Sep 19, 2026
Location
Harrisburg, OR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location
- Harrisburg, Oregon
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M, 10K, 5K run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 1,050
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Pacific Northwest Marathon, first run in 2015 and now in its 10th year, is a testament to achieving fitness goals. This USATF-certified course boasts a net elevation drop and minimal start-finish separation, making it a prime candidate for setting personal records.
With a median field size of around 118 finishers, the race provides a more intimate setting. Runners typically travel from about 10 states, drawn by the promise of a fast, flat course. The typical winning time hovers around 1 hour and 14 minutes, indicating a competitive field.
Participants can expect race-day temperatures averaging between 52-75°F, contributing to a comfortable running experience. While the repeat-runner rate is around 5%, the event continues to draw those seeking a straightforward, efficient race day.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
OR22005JH · Pacific Northwest Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
Quality Score
Solid Pick556 years running
~118 finishers a year
shrinking
5% returning runners
USATF certified · 2 timing sources · 6 photos
runners from 10 states
winner 1:13:59
typical high 75°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
52°
Afternoon (High)
75°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,050 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.
Most recent
2024
Total finishers
1,050
Median time
2:08:34
Latest turnout
104
States
24
Turnout by year
2018–2024
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Pacific Northwest Marathon?
The Pacific Northwest Marathon is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Where does the Pacific Northwest Marathon take place?
It takes place in Harrisburg, Oregon.
What distances does the Pacific Northwest Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M, 10K, 5K run.
Is the Pacific Northwest Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Pacific Northwest Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Pacific Northwest Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,050 runners who have completed the Pacific Northwest Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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