YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. – UPDATE: 2:20 p.m.
The Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office announced Canyon Road will be closed south of Berry Road starting at 8:00 a.m. for approximately two hours until all runners have entered the Yakima River Canyon.
State Route 821 will be limited to local traffic throughout the race and is expected to reopen late in the afternoon.
Residents and participants are advised to plan their routes accordingly.
ORIGINAL: March 20
Runners in the Pacific Northwest are gearing up for the scenic Yakima River Canyon Marathon and Half Marathon.
The event features USATF Certified courses through the picturesque Yakima River Canyon, stretching from Ellensburg to Selah.
Registration is available online only, with no in-person registration on race day or the day before.
The half marathon is limited to 200 runners due to logistical constraints, but there is no cap on marathon participants. Those who need more time to complete the race can opt for an early start, beginning two hours before the regular 8:00 a.m. start. However, early starters won’t be eligible for age-group awards.
Awards will be presented in real time at the finish line, with results available here. Participants can pick up their race packets on Friday, March 28, from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at the Selah Civic Center, or on Saturday morning at designated locations.
For more details about the course, maps, and records, participants are encouraged to visit the official website.
