Awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each age division for the 5K, 10K, 25K and 50K runs.
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Where can I pick up my race packet?
Packets can be picked at Mt. Gear Friday April 18th 5-7p.m. and Saturday April 19th 10am - Noon
- What if I decide to run a shorter distance once I have started the race?
You must notify officials at the finish line of the change
- How many water stations are on the course?
5k-1 water stations
10K-2 water stations
25k-4 water stations
50k will have a minimum of 7 water stations
- Will I need to carry any of my own water?
Participants in the 25K and 50K may wish to carry water
- Is the course clearly marked?
The course will be clearly marked with directional arrows and mile markers.
- What does the 50k course look like?
The 50k course is one long loop in the shape of a figure 8, which means the runners will pass through the start/finish area after completing the first 25k. Runners will then continue on a separate 25k loop. The first loop contains about 700 feet of elevation gain; the second loop contains about 300 feet of elevation gain.
The course will be clearly marked with directional arrows and mile markers.
- Can I access a map of the course?
The map only marks the 5k and 10k course. We hope to have some sort of map for the 25k and 50k course in time for next year’s run.
- Will I be running any part of the course more than once?
All distances are designed so that participants will not repeat any part of the course more than once.
- How can I find directions to the Spokane River Run?
Refer to our website's directions link for complete directions
- Are pets allowed on the course?
Pets are not allowed due to the narrow trails and nature of the course.
- Are strollers allowed on the course?
Strollers are not allowed due to the narrow trails and unpredictable trail terrain.
Directions to the Spokane River Run
From Interstate 90, take the Maple Street Bridge exit, Exit 280. Go north across the Maple Street Bridge, and angle left at the fourth signal light about two miles beyond the bridge. This puts you on Northwest Boulevard. Follow the Boulevard, with beautiful views of the park below, until it becomes Assembly. Stay on the road another mile north until it ends at Francis/Nine Mile Road (Highway 291). Turn left on Hwy 291 and travel approximately 3 miles. Turn left on Seven Mile Road. Turn left immediately after crossing Seven Mile bridge, the parking will be clearly marked.
Trail Description
The 5k, 10k, 25k and 50k loops will start and finish at the old airstrip next to the Seven Mile Bridge. All four distances are primarily run on single-track trail with some wide paths at the beginning of the course, 100% dirt trail, some rocks, roots and possibly mud, but no asphalt. The course winds through thick pine forests set against basalt cliffs and ends with a tight twisty single-track next to the roaring Spokane River. Participants in all distances will never cover the same route twice.
Spring in Spokane can be unpredictable it can be sunny, snowing or raining. The start / finish /awards area will take place on an abandoned airstrip that is open to the weather so come prepared. Following is a weather summary for April 27th:
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Year Max Temp. Low Temp. Average Temp. 2006 62 38 50 2005 52 33 43 2004 54 27 41 2003 53 29 41 2002 57 37 47 2001 79 41 62 2000 75 41 56 1999 55 23 39 1998 69 32 51
Davenport Hotel - Downtown Spokane historic Hotel
509-455-8888, www.thedavenporthotel.comDouble Tree - Downtown Spokane along river
509-455-9600, www.doubletreehotels.comHoliday Inn Express - Overlooking Downtown
509-328-8505, www.ontherockexpress.comSuper 8 - Affordable option
509-928-4888, www.super8.comSpokane Travel Lodge - across street from Riverfront Park near downtown, mention Spokane River Run and receive a $10.00 discount off of the regular rate.
509-623-9727, www.spokanetravelodge.comYogi Bear Resort - Camping five miles West of Downtown,
509-747-9415, www.jellystonewa.comRiverside State Park - Camping and Hook-up sites along Spokane River 3 miles from start of "Spokane River Run." 509-465-5064, www.riversidestatepark.org
For more information on Spokane and other lodging choices:
Spokane Convention and Visitors Center 509-624-1341, www.visitspokane.com
5k, 10k and 25k Course Map
10k and 25k Course Profiles
Awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each age division for the 5K, 10K, 25K and 50K runs.