2025 Thunder River

  • Date Sat 8th November 2025
  • Time 7:30AM PST
  • Location Cascade Locks, Oregon
  • Price Free
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 2025 Thunder River event, taking place on Saturday, November 8th, 2025, in the stunning Cascade Locks, Hood River, Oregon. This exciting trail race features two breathtaking distances: a pure point-to-point 25K and a mostly point-to-point 50K, both showcasing the world-class scenery of the iconic Columbia River Gorge. Participants will traverse the legendary Pacific Crest Trail and the Gorge 400 trail, all while soaking in the vibrant fall colors and epic views that make this region so special.

As runners make their way under the famous Bridge of the Gods, they’ll arrive in Cascade Locks, where the excitement continues with a trail loop around Thunder Island, surrounded by the majestic Columbia River. The races culminate at Marine Park, providing a picturesque finish to a thrilling day. Thunder River is the perfect way to celebrate the end of the racing season, offering a fantastic trail race getaway just before winter sets in. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure in one of Oregon’s most beautiful landscapes!

Organiser's Description

We are thrilled to share these new courses across the iconic Columbia River Gorge! With a purely point-to-point 25K race and mostly point-to-point 50K, world class scenery, fall colors and epic views, Thunder River doesnt cease to amaze. Each race course travels along the iconic Pacific Crest Trail and Gorge 400 trail before cruising under the Bridge of the Gods into the town of Cascade Locks. Both races conclude with a trail loop around Thunder Island surrounded by the mighty Columbia River, culminating with the finish at Marine Park. We simply cant think of a better way to close out our event season!

Thunder River is staged at Marine Park in Cascade Locks, Oregon, nestled in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge. This event offers the perfect trail race getaway before winter weather sets in, while also serving as a great counterpoint to our other highly anticipated race here, Gorge Waterfalls.

Races

  • 2025 Thunder River 50K

    Sat 8th November 2025 (7:30AM PST)

    Free

  • 2025 Thunder River 25K

    Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM PST)

    Free

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Location

395 SW Portage Rd., Cascade Locks, 97014, OR, United States

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