Orcas Island 50 Mile/Marathon/Half Course Info


Aid Stations

Aid stations are staffed with amazing volunteers serving water, electrolyte drinks, gels, fruit, soda, candy, PB & Js and chips to keep you fueled and focused on your run. Cut-off times are in place for the safety of our runners as well as our staff and volunteers. By signing up for this race you agree to the cut-off times posted. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

A runner and their dog checking into the race


50 MILER

Total Cut Off Time: 14 hours (7:00 PM) 

Elevation Gain 12,453 ft, Loss: 12,453 ft

A chart of the aid stations for Orcas Island 50 mile
Elevation profile map for Orcas Island 50 mile

Full Marathon:

Total Cut Off Time: 8 hours (4:00 PM) 

Elevation Gain 6,181 ft, Loss: 6,181 ft

elevation profile map for orcas island trail marathon

Half Marathon:

Total Cut Off Time: 7 hours (4:00 PM) 

Elevation Gain 3600 ft, Loss: 3600 ft

elevation profile map for orcas island half marathon

Getting Here


Accommodations

We have Camp Moran rented out from Friday-Sunday. Cabins and Bunkhouses will be available for runners to rent, and volunteers can stay for free. If you would like to volunteer and stay at Camp Moran, email us for more information.

Spots are limited, and will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.

  • $35.00 per night

  • Reservations and payments are made through Ultrasignup when registering

  • All cabins are shared lodging

  • If runners want to stay with friends, they should have one person reserve the spots for the group so that they are grouped together

  • Runners will need to bring their own linens/pillows/blankets

For information on camping at Camp Moran State Park please use this link:

Moran State Park | Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.

A ferry is required to access the island. We highly suggest booking in advance! Ferry schedule and details here. 

A Discover Pass is required to park here.

Check out Doe Bay Hot Tubs during your stay! A great post-race choice for real relaxation. 

Drone shot of Orcas Island and the San Juan Islands