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Gorge Waterfalls

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

Gorge Waterfalls race photo
Gorge Waterfalls race photo
Gorge Waterfalls race photo
Gorge Waterfalls race photo
Cascade Locks
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Race date in 190 days
Apr 16, 2027 Fri
City · Distance
Cascade Locks · 100km
Entry fee
$190Varies by event and entry period
Status
OpenMon, October 5, 2026 ~ TBDSee how to enter ↗
Official website ↗D-day as of Oct 8, 2026
Gorge Waterfalls race photo
AndyScott · CC0
Gorge Waterfalls race photo
Eli+ · CC BY-SA 3.0
Gorge Waterfalls race photo
AndyScott · CC0
Gorge Waterfalls race photo
AndyScott · CC0
Gorge Waterfalls race photo
AndyScott · CC0
About the raceRunner storiesHow to enterCourseRace PrepTravel
Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Gorge Waterfalls — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

A trail race through the Columbia River Gorge. Distances are 100K, 50K, and 30K.

It is regarded as one of the Pacific Northwest's leading trail races.

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

Gorge Waterfalls runner reviews and race reports

Stories from those who ran it first.

From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.

Race reports: 2
Berlin BoundFinish time 7:23:20
“I was amazed by the variety of trail conditions.”

At the Gorge Waterfalls 50km, the runner attempted an ultra for the first time. Forests, rocks, and steep climbs made it painful, but it remained a special running experience.

Read the original on Berlin Bound
Abu Halen
“I finished in a little over 7.5 hours and felt really strong.”

At Gorge Waterfalls 50K, the runner walked the steep opening climb, passed waterfalls, and chatted with others. Still feeling strong late on, they accelerated and finished in just over 7 hours 30 minutes.

Read the original on Abu Halen

We translated a short line from each public race report and summarized the experience. Finish times are as stated by the author, and past editions may differ from this year's weather and operations.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.

Win and Course Record at Gorge Waterfalls 50K - Race Recap

Jennifer Lichter

View on YouTube

This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter Gorge Waterfalls — registration routes

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

Ultra

Entry cost $190

until Oct 31, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page
Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Gorge Waterfalls course map and elevation

The 100km I'll run

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

Runners start · local timeFrom 07:00
Time limit6h
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30K 6h · 50K 9h

EventStartField size
30K30km07:00450
not the start line

We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet.

START

Multnomah Falls Lodge plaza (50K and 30K) / Marine Park, Cascade Locks

100K

Start · Google Maps
FINISH

Marine Park, Cascade Locks, OR

There is one ultra distance.

The race starts in Cascade Locks, OR, at 10:00 a.m. local time.

Field size
450 runners per day
Typical race-season temperature: around 7°C (44°F)
Long sleeves + a throwaway layer for the start

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

Where and when to collect your Gorge Waterfalls race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the start100K starts at Marine Park, Cascade Locks, OR (35–40 minutes east of Portland by car); 30K and 50K start at…
  • Getting to the finishMarine Park, Cascade Locks, OR — all distances (30K · 50K
  • IC cardNo dedicated transit card system for Cascade Locks, OR, in the Columbia River Gorge; there is no rail or…

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

100K starts at Marine Park, Cascade Locks, OR (35–40 minutes east of Portland by car); 30K and 50K start at Wahkeena Day Use Area (accessible only via the race shuttle from Marine Park)

No public transit; the nearest major hub is Portland. The Marine Park entrance has a 12'0" vehicle clearance limit under a railroad trestle, so tall vehicles must avoid it.

Marine Park charges a $10/day vehicle parking fee; free parking is also available along Wa Na Pa Street in Cascade Locks. Race dates span April 16–18, 2027

A 06:00 shuttle runs from Marine Park to the 50K and 30K start at Multnomah Falls. The shuttle is optional and must be purchased separately.

Parking at Marine Park costs $10 per vehicle per day.

Map

Getting to the finish

Marine Park, Cascade Locks, OR — all distances (30K/50K/100K) finish here

Map

Start shuttle

Yes, official race-provided shuttle buses are available: for the 30K and 50K, buses depart Marine Park for the Wahkeena Day Use Area start point, and “ALL runners must ride buses, no drop-offs.” The 100K starts directly at Marine Park, so no shuttle is needed for that distance.

IC card

No dedicated transit card system for Cascade Locks, OR, in the Columbia River Gorge; there is no rail or frequent bus service to the start area, which is reached via I-84. Rental car or rideshare from Portland (about 45 minutes) is the practical option.

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026
READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

Gorge Waterfalls is a trail race sponsored by All Conditions Gear, starting in Cascade Locks,

Oregon, and traversing the Columbia River Gorge across three distances: 100K, 50K, and 30K.

The field is capped at 450 participants per day, and the popular race is known to sell out quickly as soon as registration opens each year.

The 100K is recognized as a qualifying course for the 2027 Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run, with a sub-17-hour finish required for qualification.

Based on the previous year, the start times were 30K at 10:00 a.m. Friday, 100K at 5:00 a.m. Saturday, and 50K at 8:00 a.m. Sunday.

Time limit was set at a total of 6 hours for the 30K, based on the final wave start, and 9 hours for the 50K.

Entry fee for the 2027 race is listed at approximately $140–155 for the 30K, $190–205 for the 50K,

and $270–290 for the 100K, depending on the early-bird or regular registration period.

Registration is handled through UltraSignup.

The aid stations are generally well stocked,

and a distinctive feature of the race is the mandatory use of shoe brushes at check-in to prevent the spread of invasive seeds.

Times are local to Cascade Locks. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Cascade Locks car rental (Qeeq)

Compare budget-friendly rental cars with a free-cancellation option (check the price when booking) · Check price and book

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Portland｜Private airport pickup/drop-off service from Portland International Airport

$122

View on Klook

Hotels near the Gorge Waterfalls start line in Cascade Locks

Hotels that make race morning easy

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Distances are straight-line from the start.
Check real travel times and booking terms with each hotel.

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Time for you, before and after the finish

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Rest a little, wander a little.
Pick what suits you and whoever you're with.

Cascade Locks car rental (Qeeq)

Compare budget-friendly rental cars with a free-cancellation option (check the price when booking) · Check price and book

View on Qeeq

Portland｜Private airport pickup/drop-off service from Portland International Airport

$122

View on Klook

Where runners eat in Cascade Locks

Eating well is part of the trip

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A meal before the race, a dinner to celebrate the finish.

What to see in Cascade Locks after the race

Seeing Cascade Locks with the medal on

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The city you ran — this time, a little slower.

Hotel distances are straight-line from the start. Experiences, food and sights are travel products in Cascade Locks.

Total cost and budget for Gorge Waterfalls

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about Gorge Waterfalls

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
Leave this room's first post

Cascade Locks runners' room

Frequently asked questions about Gorge Waterfalls

FAQ
When does Gorge Waterfalls 2027 take place?

It takes place on Fri, April 16, 2027 in Cascade Locks, OR, United States.

How much is the Gorge Waterfalls 2027 entry fee?

The main event costs $190.

What is the time limit for Gorge Waterfalls 2027?

30K 6h · 50K 9h.

What distances does Gorge Waterfalls 2027 offer?

Ultra.

What time does Gorge Waterfalls 2027 start?

The race starts at 07:00.

Where does Gorge Waterfalls 2027 start?

Multnomah Falls Lodge plaza (50K and 30K) / Marine Park, Cascade Locks.

Where does Gorge Waterfalls 2027 finish?

Marine Park, Cascade Locks, OR.

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