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Washington State Marathon

April 18, 2027 · 8:00 AMRedmond to Seattle, WA, United States

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Race Day

52°F

Feels cool

Total elevation gain

131ft

Relatively flat course · Net elevation change −16 ft

Crowd Rating

2/ 10

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The Lowdown

The Washington State Marathon is a point-to-point road marathon making its inaugural run on Sunday, April 18, 2027. It starts at 8:00 am at Marymoor Park in Redmond and follows the Sammamish River Trail and the Burke-Gilman Trail through Woodinville, Bothell, Kenmore and Lake Forest Park, finishing at Gas Works Park in Seattle with the city skyline behind the line. The course is 100% paved and flat, and the organizers say it will be USATF certified and eligible for Boston and US Olympic Trials qualifying. Water is available every other mile from mile 3, and energy gels at miles 5, 11, 16 and 21. Pacers cover finish times from 3:00 to 5:00 in 10-minute steps, plus a 6:30 sweeper. A shuttle returns runners from the finish to the start, and the top three open and women finishers win cash prizes.

Course Highlights: 01Marymoor Park – start line in Redmond
02Sammamish River Trail – paved riverside path through Redmond and Woodinville
03Woodinville – first of the towns along the river corridor
04Bothell – the course passes through the town on the river trail
05Kenmore – the route joins the Burke-Gilman Trail
06Lake Forest Park – wooded trail section near Lake Washington
07Gas Works Park – finish line in Seattle, framed by the skyline
Time Limit: 6:30 (course cutoff)
Boston Qualifier: This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event. Achieve your qualifying standard here on a verified course.

01: Water is available every other mile starting at mile 3, and energy gels at miles 5, 11, 16 and 21.
02: Pacers lead finish times from 3:00 to 5:00 every 10 minutes, plus a 6:30 sweeper.
03: A shuttle takes runners from the finish at Gas Works Park back to the start at Marymoor Park.
04: The trails stay open to the public during the race, with signage, volunteers at intersections and escort bikers.
05: Every finisher gets a medal and a technical shirt (shirt guaranteed only if registered by April 1), plus finish line drinks and snacks.
06: Cash prizes for the top three open and women finishers are $500, $250 and $125.
07: Race photos are included in the entry fee.
08: Participants can park in Marymoor Lot I or any Marymoor Park lot, and most paved lots charge $1; the Marymoor Village light rail station is under half a mile from the start.

Questions about the Washington State Marathon 2027

When is the Washington State Marathon 2027?

Sunday, April 18, 2027.

Where is the Washington State Marathon?

Redmond to Seattle, WA, United States.

What time does the Washington State Marathon start?

The race starts at 8:00 AM, local time.

What is the Washington State Marathon time limit?

6:30 (course cutoff).

How do I enter the Washington State Marathon 2027?

Registration is open. Apr 16, 2027: Registration closes. Ways in: Register online through RunSignup; there is no day-of-race registration.

How much does the Washington State Marathon 2027 cost?

Marathon: $165.

What is the Washington State Marathon elevation gain?

40 m (131 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: −5 m (16 ft). Relatively flat course.

What is the Washington State Marathon course like?

It passes Marymoor Park, Sammamish River Trail and Woodinville.

What is the weather like at the Washington State Marathon?

The race-day average is 11 °C (52 °F). Feels cool.

Is the Washington State Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.

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