Defiance 50K / 30K / 15K
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Tacoma, Washington
- Price $64.03 - $187.08
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at the Defiance 50K, 30K, and 15K, taking place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in the stunning Tacoma, Pierce area. This scenic race invites runners to explore the breathtaking trails of Point Defiance Park, a lush oasis featuring over 700 acres of old-growth forests and stunning panoramic views of the Puget Sound.
Participants can choose from three exhilarating distances: the 15K, where you'll tackle a single loop through ancient forests; the 30K, which involves two loops; or the challenging 50K, where you'll embrace the beauty of the course three times. Each loop is approximately 9.75 miles (15.7 km) and leads runners through soft trails beneath towering 500-year-old cedars and firs. As one of the top 20 urban parks in the United States, Point Defiance offers a unique blend of nature and adventure. With mostly runnable terrain and stunning vistas, this event promises an unforgettable experience for runners of all levels. Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible race!
Participants can choose from three exhilarating distances: the 15K, where you'll tackle a single loop through ancient forests; the 30K, which involves two loops; or the challenging 50K, where you'll embrace the beauty of the course three times. Each loop is approximately 9.75 miles (15.7 km) and leads runners through soft trails beneath towering 500-year-old cedars and firs. As one of the top 20 urban parks in the United States, Point Defiance offers a unique blend of nature and adventure. With mostly runnable terrain and stunning vistas, this event promises an unforgettable experience for runners of all levels. Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible race!
Organiser's Description
The DEFIANCE 50K, 30K, 15K & 3-PERSON 50K RELAY is a scenic race that takes runners through the beautiful trails of POINT DEFIANCE, with over 700 acres of old growth forests and panoramic views of the PUGET SOUND.
The course is approximately a 9.75 mi / 15.7 km loop through old growth forest. Runners of the 15K and each team member of the 3-PERSON 50K RELAY will complete this loop once, 30K runners will run the loop twice and 50K runners will run the loop three times. Each loop will take you through the Start/Finish area at OWEN BEACH.
On the course, you will see sweeping views of the Puget Sound, run on soft trails beneath 500-year-old giant cedars and firs in one of the top 20 urban parks in the United States.
The course is mostly single track and typically dry mid-October. Train for some hills but the course is 95% run-able.
The course is approximately a 9.75 mi / 15.7 km loop through old growth forest. Runners of the 15K and each team member of the 3-PERSON 50K RELAY will complete this loop once, 30K runners will run the loop twice and 50K runners will run the loop three times. Each loop will take you through the Start/Finish area at OWEN BEACH.
On the course, you will see sweeping views of the Puget Sound, run on soft trails beneath 500-year-old giant cedars and firs in one of the top 20 urban parks in the United States.
The course is mostly single track and typically dry mid-October. Train for some hills but the course is 95% run-able.
Races
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50k
Incl. $7.93 Fee & Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$85.43
OPENS 01 JUN -
30k
Incl. $7.23 Fee & Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$74.73
OPENS 01 JUN -
15k
Incl. $6.53 Fee & Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$64.03
OPENS 31 MAY -
3-Person 50K Relay
Incl. $14.58 Fee & Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$187.08
OPENS 31 MAY
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