Cascade Express Half Marathon

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Date

Sep 6, 2025

Starting Time

8:30 AM

Course

Trail

Fees

$129+

Location

Snoqualmie Pass

Participants

100-500

Terrain

Downhill

Environment

Mountain Views

Temperature
High: 63°
/ Low: 47°
Perfect For:
Personal Bests
Fun Run
Overview

The Cascade Express Half, happening in Snoqualmie Pass, Washington, is a race capped at 700 participants. It’s known for being one of the fastest half marathon courses in the country. The course is a 13.1-mile downhill run with views of the Cascade Mountains. This point-to-point course also involves the opportunity to run through the renowned 2.4-mile Snoqualmie Tunnel.

Starting at the Hyak Trail Head in Palouse to Cascades State Park, the course is 800 feet of gradual net downhill and passes by railroad trestles, waterfalls, and mountains.

All runners receive a tech tee, a race medal, a fabric Run Super Series Drop Bag, a Run Super Series Water Bottle, and complimentary downloadable race day photos.

Course Description

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