RACE START TIMES:
Friday:
5K: 4:30pm **New Earlier Start Time**
Saturday:
50K: 7:30am
Marathon: 8:00am
7 Miler Wave 1: 9:00am
7 Miler Wave 2: 9:15am
Sunday:
Half Marathon Wave 1: 9:00am
Half Marathon Wave 2: 9:15am
EVENT DETAILS/UPDATES:
All course maps, elevation charts, driving directions, FAQ and any important details are posted on the race website here.
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LOCATION/DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS:
The Start/finish area is located at Silver Falls State Park – South Falls Day Use Area! SIGNS WILL BE POSTED! Park Address: 20024 Silver Falls Hwy SE Sublimity, OR 97385
Please allow extra time to arrive to the park as roads are winding and narrow in spots and traffic congestion could be an issue at times. Also please drive slowly as you arrive to the park as some of the races do run on and cross the paved roads.
All parking and day use fees are covered by the organizers!
PARKING:
Enter the South Falls day use area and take a left and proceed to the event area. Lots of paved parking available near the start/finish area! Overflow parking lot is open if needed. Volunteers will help with directions and signs will be posted.
CELL PHONE SERVICE:
Please note that Silver Falls State Park is very remote and over 15 miles from town. Current cell coverage is AT&T and Verizon but coverage is spotty here and there. Please be prepared.
RACE SPONSORS:
Gallagher Fitness Resources, Hammer Nutrition, Leslie Jordan Inc, Great Harvest Bread, Silver Falls Coffee, Ratchet Brewing, GCC Photography, Wooden Nickel, Smith Creek Village, WV Pie Co, Drakes Crossing EMTs, Footzone Bend, Hasty Awards, Eclectic Edge Racing, Friends of Silver Falls and Oregon Parks and Recreation Dept.
PACKET PICK-UP/T-SHIRTS:
On Site Packet pick-up (at the race start/finish) Yes, you are allowed to pick-up race packets/shirts for friends and family.
Friday evening Nov 3: 3-7PM Saturday morning Nov 4: 6:30AM-9:15AM
Saturday evening Nov 4: 1PM-5PM
Sunday morning Nov 5: 7AM-9AM
On site Packet Pick-up will be located under the big white tent! Each race will have signs that read *Pre-Registered Packet Pick-up* Iines will form based on the first letter of your LAST NAME.
T-SHIRT PICK-UP:
Available under the big white tent next to the packet pick-up area. Signs will be posted.
To pick up your shirt, please get your race packet FIRST then proceed over to the T-Shirt Pick-up area and tell the volunteer your full name, they will then give you the shirt size that was pre ordered. *If you feel like you need to exchange the pre ordered shirt for another size we can accommodate this request*
Shirts are available to purchase day of race for $25.00 cash or credit card. Sizes and quantities limited to stock on hand. Notice: We DO NOT mail shirts out! You must pick them up at the event.
POST RACE:
After each race there will be local homemade Vegi Chili, Snacks, Fruit, Bread, coffee, refreshments, beer garden and music followed by awards ceremony.
See the weekend schedule here silverfallsmarathon.com/race-day
FINISHER AWARDS:
All finishers from each day of racing will receive a custom 2023 race medal. 5K runners also receive medals.
AWARDS CEREMONY:
Will take place shortly after each race at the main stage. Custom awards for the Top 3 Overall Male/Female and top 3 in age divisions. Age divisions are 9 and under 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70+. Top 3 Overall winners are excluded from age division awards! You may pick-up awards before the ceremony begins.
RAFFLE PRIZE DRAWING:
A sponsor swag drawing will take place using a random # draw. Prize winners will be posted near the main stage.
You may claim your prize any time after completing your race.
WHAT TO WEAR ON RACE DAY:
We strongly suggest Trail Shoes, hat, gloves and jacket just in case of poor weather! There will be a large tent and park shelter with a hot fire! There will be a “Drop Area located at the first aid station at mile 3.3! This DROP AREA is located right by the start/finish area. After the race please pick up your items left behind!
TIMING/RESULTS:
This race will again feature chip timing and finish line announcing! Please WEAR YOUR ASSIGNED RACE BIB # ON THE FRONT AND MAKE VISIBLE DURING THE RACE AND AT THE FINISH LINE! The race bib number contains the timing chip and also signifies that you are a participant in the event and not a general park user. On the bottom of the Bib # will be a tear away tag with the attached timing chip. Please DO NOT remove the tear tag before the race!
Individual result print outs will be available immediately after you finish.
Preliminary unofficial results will be printed during and after the race and official results will be posted online.
50K/MARATHON CUT OFF TIMES AND AID STATION INFO:
Important-Please read! Per park rules, race logistics and safety, we have to implement cut off times for the Saturday 50K and Marathon distances. (The 5K, 7 miler and Half Marathon races do not have a cut off time)
-50K-
11:00AM CONF CENTER AID STATION #4 MI 14
1:30PM NORTH FALLS AID STATION #6 MI 24
-MARATHON-
11:00AM CONF CENTER AID STATION #3 MI 10.7
1:30PM NORTH FALLS AID STATION #5 MI 19.1
Marathon and 50K will be cup less this year! Please bring a water bottle or container with you on your run. Volunteers at aid stations can refill them for you.
RACE PHOTOS:
GCC Photography will be capturing all the action from the race weekend. Photos will be available online within a few days after the final race.
RULES:
We are guests of Silver Falls State Park and must follow all rules. Any violation of these rules will be grounds for disqualification from the race:
1. No pets allowed at the start/finish area or on the course.
2. Littering is strictly prohibited. (Garbage cans provided at each aid station and the start/finish area)
3. Runners must stay on designated trail at all times.
4. Runners must be respectful of all park users, volunteers and staff
5. Runners must wear the assigned race bib number on the front and make visible during the entire run and at the finish line.
6. Have fun! Please come with a smile on your face and enjoy the beautiful outdoors with us at Silver Falls St Park
WEATHER:
This race takes place rain or shine! Please be prepared. Traditionally this race has seen rain every year so expect a possible muddy and slippery course. Watch for very slick spots on the trails and especially over bridges and near any of the waterfalls. Please come prepared as possible as this will make your race experience more enjoyable.
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME:
Clocks fall back 1 hour at 2AM Sunday November 5th. For those Sunday Half Marathon runners, please note this time change.