Pigtails Run
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Event overview
The Pigtails Run is scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Maple Valley, Washington. The event offers multiple distances:
- 50K
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
Registration closes on December 1, 2025. Entry fees increase as the event approaches; different price tiers are posted for early and later registration periods. The race is described as a low‑amenity "Fat Ass" style event that emphasizes self‑sufficiency and limited on‑course support. The official cut‑off for all distances is 2:30 PM.
Course, logistics and rules
The start is at the Four Corners shopping area in Maple Valley (near MOD Pizza, Panera and Grocery Outlet) with GPS coordinates 47.361321237519114, -122.02370750867075. The course is mostly paved trail with some dirt, gravel and over six miles of crushed rock. Total advertised distances are Marathon 26.26 miles and 50K 31.16 miles; the half marathon uses a turnaround near the large footbridge before the Landsburg trailhead.
There is one manned aid station near SE 248th and 250th Ave SE with water, electrolyte drinks and light snacks; runners should be prepared to refill bottles (no cups on most of the course). No drop bags will be accepted; packet pickup occurs on race morning. Timing uses WebScorer and results are posted on UltraSignup within about 30 hours. Dogs are not allowed and strollers are not recommended. There is limited evacuation access and runners are asked to carry a phone and keep emergency contact information current. Swag includes a race medal, patch, and a sticker or key fob. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.