About the Cascade Express Marathon & Half Marathon
Both distances begin near the Hyak Trailhead, enter the Snoqualmie Tunnel within the first stretch, and emerge into open mountain terrain with waterfalls, trestles, and long valley views. The trail runs point-to-point along the Palouse to Cascades corridor. The descent is steady and gradual throughout, which is the whole point: this course draws runners specifically chasing a Boston qualifier.
Packet pickup is the evening before at Snoqualmie Running in Snoqualmie, with a paid add-on option for race-morning pickup if that does not work. Free parking is available at the ski area near the start, a short walk to the line. The finish is at Homestead Valley Trailhead, and shuttle buses run back to the start area through early afternoon. Bring a headlamp for the tunnel.
