North Olympic Discovery Marathon
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North Olympic Discovery Marathon : Port Angeles, Washington
The North Olympic Discovery Marathon takes place June 6 and 7, 2026, in Port Angeles, Washington. The event follows a point to point route that uses the Olympic Discovery Trail and includes a five mile finishing stretch along the shores of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The course offers repeated views of the Olympic Mountains and several iconic trestle bridges.
The trail is a rails to trails corridor with a wide, hard surface; about 99% of the course is paved. Mile markers are posted at every mile and water stations are located approximately every two miles. Wildlife sightings, including seals, eagles, and shore birds, are common from the trail. Salmon can be seen spawning at the Morse Creek crossing in the fall. Typical June weather for the area has an average high near 65 F and an average low near 49 F, with a mean around 57 F.
The event is organized by the Port Angeles Marathon Association, described as a group of accomplished amateur athletes. The course is USATF certified and qualifies as a Boston Marathon qualifier. Walkers are welcome. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
