A smiling bearded man with a headband and sunglasses trail running in the woods in Central Oregon.

Haulin Aspen

Date August 7, 2027
Time 7:00 AM

One of Oregon’s favorite trail full marathon and half marathon races returns for the 22nd year on Saturday, August 7th, 2027. 

This Is Mountain Trail Running

Leave the pavement behind. Haulin’ Aspen takes you deep into the Deschutes National Forest for a full day of trails, climbs, incredible views and some seriously rewarding miles. Choose your challenge with a full all-trail marathon, half marathon, 6.5-mile “Half As,” or three-person marathon relay. Take it on solo or rally your crew and share the miles.

All courses begin and end at Wanoga Sno-Park at 5,500 feet, winding through single track and forest service roads across the rolling terrain of the Deschutes National Forest. Expect elevation changes, wooded stretches, rocky and dusty trails, and plenty of classic Central Oregon scenery along the way.

Marathoners and relay teams should be ready for a challenge late in the course, including approximately 700 feet of vertical gain between miles 21.5 and 24. Cool mountain mornings can turn into warm summer days quickly, so come prepared with appropriate trail shoes, hydration and nutrition.

Make a weekend of it, bring your crew and experience summer trail running in Bend.

Rally Your Team for the Marathon Relay

The three-person marathon relay is back, giving teams the chance to take on the full 26.2-mile Haulin’ Aspen course together.

Runner 1: 9.6 miles from Wanoga Sno-Park to Transition 1 at Aid Station 3
Runner 2: Approximately 11.7 miles to Transition 2 at Aid Station 7 (mile 21.3)
Runner 3: Approximately 4.9 miles, including the final uphill push back to Wanoga Sno-Park

Grab your running buddies, coworkers, family or favorite adventure crew and divide up the challenge. Each runner gets their own stretch of beautiful high-elevation trail, while the team gets the satisfaction of completing the full marathon course together.

Three runners. 26.2 miles. One Haulin’ Aspen finish.

Apparel, Prizes & Swag

NEW DESIGNS COMING SOON FOR 2027

You worked for it – show off your finisher’s medal post-race. Everyone gets one!

Don’t forget to pre-order your race tee or tank while registering, so you’re guaranteed the right size.

TEES (unisex sizing) $30

TANKS (women’s sizing) $30

Packet Pick Up

Race Day Packet Pick-Up at Footzone, Downtown Bend

Get ready for an exciting race day by picking up your race packets at Footzone in the heart of Downtown Bend. Join us on Friday, August 6th, from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. This is your chance to collect your essential race items – including your bib number and some fantastic swag. Don’t forget to pick up your race shirt and meet the enthusiastic team behind the race!

While you’re there, explore a wide array of running gear and accessories from Footzone, a premier running supply store. Connect with fellow runners, gear up, and get pumped for the race – we can’t wait to see you there!

You can also pick up your bib on race day 1 hour before your race start time.

Race Day

The start and finish areas are located in Wanoga Sno Park. The finish line is located at the opposite (east) end of the Wanoga parking lot. It is approximately 1/2 mile from the start line, through the parking lot and is easily walkable.

Official Starts

  • Marathon & Relay – 7:00am
  • Half Marathon – 8:00am
  • Half As – 8:30am

Please note: Courses are subject to change based on Forest Service input. The Haulin Aspen run is authorized under a special use permit issued by the Deschutes National Forest

Gear Drop

Tags for your bags and gear will be available at packet pick up and on site the morning of the race.

Drop your gear at the bag drop tent and retrieve it after the run.