Ultra Marathon Races in Oregon
Browse 55 ultra marathon trail running and hiking routes in Oregon. Distance range: 26.2 mi to 415.8 mi. Elevation gain: 347 ft to 86,470 ft. Each route includes terrain analysis, elevation profiles, and pacing recommendations.
Key Takeaways
| Route Name | Location | Distance | Elevation Gain | Type | Race Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eugene Marathon 2026 | Eugene, Oregon | 26.2 mi | 379 ft | race | Apr 26, 2026 |
| Wy'east Howl 50k | Hood River County, Oregon | 31.6 mi | 6,354 ft | race | Aug 15, 2026 |
| Crater Lake Loop | Chiloquin, Oregon | 32.2 mi | 5,044 ft | race | Sep 19, 2027 |
| Rock Creek Trail | Hillsboro, Oregon | 26.2 mi | 424 ft | route | — |
| Mount Ashland & PCT to Pilot Rock (OR) | Jackson County, Oregon | 26.3 mi | 7,522 ft | route | — |
| Bend Badlands | Bend, Oregon | 26.5 mi | 798 ft | route | — |
| Wildwood Trail (OR) | Multnomah County, Oregon | 27.4 mi | 2,710 ft | route | — |
| Strawberry Mountain Wilderness Traverse (OR) | Grant County, Oregon | 27.4 mi | 6,627 ft | route | — |
| McKenzie River Trail (OR) | Linn County, Oregon | 27.4 mi | 4,197 ft | route | — |
| Wallowa River Loop | Wallowa County, Oregon | 27.6 mi | 4,485 ft | route | — |
| Cusick Mountain (OR) | Wallowa County, Oregon | 27.7 mi | 5,495 ft | route | — |
| Crater Lake Rim High Route (OR) | Klamath County, Oregon | 29.2 mi | 7,336 ft | route | — |
| Diamond Peak (OR) | Lane County, Oregon | 29.2 mi | 6,052 ft | route | — |
| Mt. McLoughlin Circumnavigation (OR) | Jackson County, Oregon | 30.3 mi | 3,464 ft | route | — |
| The Headless Horsemen: Horse to Horse to Horse to Horse (OR) | Deschutes County, Oregon | 30.6 mi | 3,040 ft | route | — |
| Aspen Butte Duathlon from Klamath Falls (OR) | Klamath County, Oregon | 30.8 mi | 2,418 ft | route | — |
| Row River Trail (OR) | Lane County, Oregon | 32.3 mi | 347 ft | route | — |
| Wallowa Lake Tour (OR) | Wallowa County, Oregon | 33.6 mi | 6,963 ft | route | — |
| Eagle Cap Loop | Joseph, Oregon | 35.7 mi | 9,450 ft | route | — |
| Five Peaks Traverse (OR) | Deschutes County, Oregon | 36.8 mi | 15,917 ft | route | — |
| South Sister Summit and Circumnavigation (OR) | Deschutes County, Oregon | 37.2 mi | 8,872 ft | route | — |
| Wilson River Traverse (OR) | Tillamook County, Oregon | 37.4 mi | 7,449 ft | route | — |
| Heart of Darkness Loop (OR) | Wheeler County, Oregon | 37.4 mi | 7,724 ft | route | — |
| Rogue River Trail (OR) | Curry County, Oregon | 38.1 mi | 3,530 ft | route | — |
| Timberline Trail | Clackamas County, Oregon | 38.5 mi | 10,053 ft | route | — |
| Mt. Mcloughlin Picnic Triathlon | Klamath County, Oregon | 38.7 mi | 2,455 ft | route | — |
| Jack Ash - Sterling Mine Ditch Loop (OR) | Jackson County, Oregon | 39.0 mi | 4,287 ft | route | — |
| Timberline Trail (OR) | Clackamas County, Oregon | 42.2 mi | 9,115 ft | route | — |
| Wy'east (Mt Hood) 4-Point Traverse (OR) | Hood River County, Oregon | 42.9 mi | 13,792 ft | route | — |
| PCT - Oregon Section G | Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon | 44.0 mi | 7,829 ft | route | — |
| Banks-Vernonia-Crown-Zellerbach (BVCZ) Trail (OR) | Columbia County, Oregon | 45.3 mi | 1,990 ft | route | — |
| Three Sisters Loop (OR) | Deschutes County, Oregon | 46.1 mi | 7,277 ft | route | — |
| Mt Hood Circum & Summit (OR) | Hood River County, Oregon | 46.5 mi | 14,886 ft | route | — |
| PCT - Oregon Section B | Jackson County, Oregon | 46.6 mi | 7,190 ft | route | — |
| Black and Gray Duathlon (OR) | Deschutes County, Oregon | 48.5 mi | 1,703 ft | route | — |
| PCT - Oregon Section D | Umpqua National Forest, Oregon | 49.8 mi | 6,467 ft | route | — |
| Up and Over | Deschutes County, Oregon | 51.2 mi | 6,886 ft | route | — |
| Mark O. Hatfield Trail (OR) | Hood River County, Oregon | 55.3 mi | 15,899 ft | route | — |
| Corvallis-to-Sea-Trail (OR) | Lincoln County, Oregon | 56.6 mi | 4,148 ft | route | — |
| Mt Hood Infinity Loop (OR) | Clackamas County, Oregon | 58.4 mi | 23,661 ft | route | — |
| OC&E Rail Trail (OR) | Klamath County, Oregon | 61.6 mi | 666 ft | route | — |
| PCT - Oregon Section C | Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, Oregon | 64.2 mi | 7,375 ft | route | — |
| Wy' Cool 50km/50mi/100km/100m (OR) | Clackamas County, Oregon | 69.1 mi | 12,823 ft | route | — |
| Steens Range Traverse (OR) | Harney County, Oregon | 73.6 mi | 20,973 ft | route | — |
| Sisters Trifinity Loop (OR) | Deschutes County, Oregon | 76.6 mi | 23,133 ft | route | — |
| Forest Park Nasties (Portland, OR) | Multnomah County, Oregon | 81.4 mi | 14,144 ft | route | — |
| North Umpqua Trail (OR) | Douglas County, Oregon | 85.1 mi | 6,706 ft | route | — |
| PCT - Oregon Section F | Willamette National Forest, Oregon | 86.8 mi | 11,509 ft | route | — |
| PCT: Bridge of the Gods - Timberline Lodge (OR) | Hood River County, Oregon | 95.3 mi | 21,425 ft | route | — |
| Oregon Coast Trail as Described (OR) | Tillamook County, Oregon | 109.9 mi | 9,753 ft | route | — |
| Fremont National Recreation Trail (OR) | Lake County, Oregon | 139.3 mi | 18,911 ft | route | — |
| Oregon's 5 Highest (OR) | Jefferson County, Oregon | 144.5 mi | 32,418 ft | route | — |
| Badlands Challenge (OR) | Deschutes County, Oregon | 156.7 mi | 3,214 ft | route | — |
| Oregon Coast Trail (OR) | Lane County, Oregon | 407.4 mi | 24,975 ft | route | — |
| Oregon Volcanic Skyline Route | Lane County, Oregon | 415.8 mi | 86,470 ft | route | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trail races are in Oregon?
There are 3 organized races and 52 self-supported routes available in Oregon.
What is a Ultra Marathon race?
A Ultra Marathon race is approximately 26.2 to 100+ miles in distance.
What is the average elevation gain in Oregon?
The average elevation gain is 10,159 feet, with routes ranging from 347 to 86,470 feet.
Can these ultra marathon routes in Oregon be used for hiking?
Yes. 100% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.
Are Ultra Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Ultra Marathon race difficulty varies widely. Use the elevation gain and terrain analysis to assess each route. Races with lower elevation gain relative to distance and higher runnable percentages tend to be more beginner-accessible.
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