Three Capes Marathon Relay
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Three Capes Marathon Relay
The Three Capes Marathon Relay runs along the Three Capes Scenic Loop from Cape Meares to Pacific City. The course passes Cape Meares, Cape Lookout, and Cape Kiwanda and runs through or adjacent to six State Parks, two National Wildlife Refuges, and multiple county parks. Runners have views of Tillamook Bay, Netarts Bay, and the Pacific Ocean. The route starts and ends at sea level and includes nearly 2,400 feet of total climb.
The event is a team relay or solo marathon with the full distance equal to a standard marathon. The course is divided into five legs that vary in distance and in level of difficulty from easy to extremely difficult. Specific leg distances and difficulty ratings are available for teams to match runner strengths.
Registration fees support a nonprofit that benefits youth running programs in the Pacific Northwest. Entry fees listed include team and solo options.
Distances:
- 26.2 miles total for solo marathon
- 5 person team total 26.2 miles
- 2 person team total 26.2 miles
- Leg 1: 4.47 miles
- Leg 2: 5.44 miles
- Leg 3: 5.02 miles
- Leg 4: 4.25 miles
- Leg 5: 4.45 miles
Additional event information covers logistics, parking, support vehicles, timing, and course exchanges. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
