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“We’re thrilled to partner with USATF Oregon to host the Mountain Trail Championships at Haulin’ Aspen,” Race Director Ann Leitheiser said. “This partnership highlights Central Oregon’s trails and provides athletes with a truly challenging and scenic race experience. Our entire team is excited and looking forward to a fantastic event. We are incredibly grateful to the Deschutes National Forest Service for their support, allowing us to hold this fantastic event.”
USATF Oregon Long Distance Running Chair Susie Hammond commented, “I’m excited about our partnership with Haulin’ Aspen for the Mountain Trail Marathon and Half Marathon. This collaboration not only enhances our commitment to the sport but also brings together a community of passionate runners dedicated to embracing the beauty of trail running”
Breathtaking Views * Challenging Terrain * An Adventure
The Haulin’ Aspen races provide challenging courses set against a breathtaking backdrop of the Cascade Mountain Range in the Deschutes National Forest.
The marathon (26.2 miles) and half marathon (13.1 miles) feature amazing views and challenging terrain mostly run on forest service roads. Both races start at an elevation of nearly 5,500 feet.
Haulin' Aspen is a national USATF sanctioned event and offers plenty of aid stations along the courses.
Registered participants can compete in either the marathon or half marathon races, but to compete for one of the USATF Oregon championships they must be a USATF member.
Follow this link to learn more about the Haulin’ Aspen races and to view an interactive GPS map of the race courses. Go here to register. Questions about USATF membership can be sent to: membership@oregon.usatf.org. Follow this link to join the USATF.
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