Point-to-point through the Gorge on the PCT, finishing on Thunder Island
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Thunder River 25K is a glorious point-to-point race through the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Starting at Wyeth Trailhead, runners head downriver along the Gorge 400 Trail and Pacific Crest Trail through rocky singletrack and mossy forest, traversing sweeping viewpoints over the Columbia River before dropping into Cascade Locks. The course passes through town and finishes with a loop around Thunder Island at Marine Park, with the Columbia River on all sides. Terrain is primarily rocky, technical singletrack with some smooth dirt and a short section of paved path through Cascade Locks.
Some ultra experience recommended
Cascade Locks, OR, United StatesOctober 31, 2026
Thunder River 25K is a point-to-point trail race in Cascade Locks, OR, United States, held on October 31, 2026. The course covers 15.7 miles, climbs 2,300 ft, and has a 6h30m cutoff.
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Start - Wyeth Trailhead Start | 0.0 | 157 ft | — | Crew |
Aid Stn 1 - Peregrination Aid Station | 5.3 | 341 ft | — | |
Aid Stn 2 - Cascade Locks Aid Station | 11.5 | 249 ft | — | Crew |
Finish - Marine Park Finish | 15.7 | 95 ft | 6h30m4:30 PM | Crew |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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Marine Park Campground at the west end of the park. Designated campsites for small RVs, trailers, vans, and cars. Reservations must be made independently via Reserve America — not included in the event permit. Note the 12'0" clearance limit at the Marine Park entry trestle.
The Columbia River Gorge is famously turbulent; expect rapidly changing conditions including wind, rain, and temperature swings on race day in late October.
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