12 HalfRuns members are running this
The Experience
Beat The Blerch is a 5K, 10K, half, and full marathon created by The Oatmeal and inspired by this comic about running.
Our Carnation, Washington race will take place in a quaint little town located about 35 minutes outside of Seattle.
It begins at King County’s Tolt MacDonald Park, and it’s a beautiful flat, out-and-back course that winds its way through evergreen, mossy forests along the Snoqualmie valley trail. Near the starting line of the race are strawberry farms and pumpkin patches, which offer guided tours in case you’re still up for a bit of walking after the race.
Course Detail
Course Type
Loop
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Flat
Logistics
Registration
Register online
Race Website
Official race information
Race Day
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Reviews
Marcus Chen
Ran this in 2024 · 1:45:12
“One of the most beautiful races I've ever done. The course is challenging but the views make every hill worth it. Highly recommended!”
