ORRC Vernonia Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay - ORRC Vernonia Marathon 4 Person Relay
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External Event
Distance
26.2 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Picture yourself running a beautiful, tree-lined course along the 21 mile Banks-Vernonia State Trail. Both events feature a gentle 7-mile, 400-foot downhill into Banks. Hot food and hot showers await all runners and walkers. This Boston Marathon qualifier course, USATF Certified, is point-to-point, with 23 miles closed to vehicular traffic. The half marathon course is also USATF Certified.
Typical conditions
For events around April 2027 in Banks, OR, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Marathon training typically spans 12–16 weeks with a progressive long run and recovery weeks. Do not invent a course strategy here — check the official site for start waves, cutoffs, and gear rules.
Best marathons to run in 2026Getting there
This event is listed in Banks, OR, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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- Apr 11, 2027 · 2:00 PM