Scheduled for April 13, 2025, the ORRC Vernonia Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay offers runners a unique opportunity to traverse the picturesque Banks-Vernonia State Trail. The marathon begins at Cedar Ridge Retreat Center in Vernonia, encircles Vernonia Lake, and continues along the trail to finish at Banks High School. The half marathon starts within Stub Stewart State Park and joins the trail at mile 2, also concluding at Banks High School. Both courses are USATF certified, with the marathon recognized as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Participants can expect well-supported aid stations throughout the course, providing water, Gatorade, energy gels, and snacks.
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Half Marathon
The ORRC Vernonia Marathon, organized by the Oregon Road Runners Club (ORRC) on April 13, 2025, is a scenic and fast 26.2-mile race that follows the Banks-Vernonia State Trail. With 148 meters of elevation gain and a gentle downhill finish, this USATF-certified course is a Boston Marathon qualifier, making it an excellent choice for competitive and recreational runners alike.
The ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon, set for April 13, 2025, is a fast and scenic 13.1-mile race hosted by the Oregon Road Runners Club (ORRC). Starting at Hilltop in Stub Stewart State Park, the course winds through forested trails and historic railway bridges, finishing with a gradual downhill into Banks High School.
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FAQs
What is the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
How long is the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
Where does the ORRC Vernonia Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
How can I prepare for the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
The ORRC Vernonia Marathon, organized by the Oregon Road Runners Club (ORRC) on April 13, 2025, is a scenic and fast 26.2-mile race that follows the Banks-Vernonia State Trail. With 148 meters of elevation gain and a gentle downhill finish, this USATF-certified course is a Boston Marathon qualifier, making it an excellent choice for competitive and recreational runners alike.
The ORRC Vernonia Marathon is 42km long.
The ORRC Vernonia Marathon takes place in Banks, Oregon, USA.
The ORRC Vernonia Marathon elevation gain is 148 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
The ORRC Vernonia Marathon, organized by the Oregon Road Runners Club (ORRC) on April 13, 2025, is a scenic and fast 26.2-mile race that follows the Banks-Vernonia State Trail. With 148 meters of elevation gain and a gentle downhill finish, this USATF-certified course is a Boston Marathon qualifier, making it an excellent choice for competitive and recreational runners alike.
How long is the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
The ORRC Vernonia Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the ORRC Vernonia Marathon take place?
The ORRC Vernonia Marathon takes place in Banks, Oregon, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
The ORRC Vernonia Marathon elevation gain is 148 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the ORRC Vernonia Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
How long is the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
Where does the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
The ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon, set for April 13, 2025, is a fast and scenic 13.1-mile race hosted by the Oregon Road Runners Club (ORRC). Starting at Hilltop in Stub Stewart State Park, the course winds through forested trails and historic railway bridges, finishing with a gradual downhill into Banks High School.
The ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon is 21km long.
The ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon takes place in Banks, Oregon, USA.
Runna classifies the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
The ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon, set for April 13, 2025, is a fast and scenic 13.1-mile race hosted by the Oregon Road Runners Club (ORRC). Starting at Hilltop in Stub Stewart State Park, the course winds through forested trails and historic railway bridges, finishing with a gradual downhill into Banks High School.
How long is the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
The ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon take place?
The ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon takes place in Banks, Oregon, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the ORRC Vernonia Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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