Skagit Flats Marathon, Half & 5k
- Date Sun 14th September 2025
- Time 8:15AM PDT
- Location Burlington, Washington
- Price $32.80 - $80.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 48th Annual Skagit Flats Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K, taking place on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in the picturesque Burlington, Skagit. This exciting event features a stunning course recognized as the flattest Boston qualifier in Washington state, making it a perfect opportunity for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike! With race distances of 26.2 miles for the marathon, 13.1 miles for the half marathon, and a fun 3.1-mile 5K, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Starting bright and early at 8:15 AM for the marathon and half marathon, and 8:30 AM for the 5K, participants will experience a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and support. With limited registration available for only 800 participants, don't miss your chance to be part of this fantastic small-town marathon experience. After crossing the finish line, all runners will be celebrated with a finisher's medal, refreshments, and access to showers. So mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running, community, and achievement!
Starting bright and early at 8:15 AM for the marathon and half marathon, and 8:30 AM for the 5K, participants will experience a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and support. With limited registration available for only 800 participants, don't miss your chance to be part of this fantastic small-town marathon experience. After crossing the finish line, all runners will be celebrated with a finisher's medal, refreshments, and access to showers. So mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running, community, and achievement!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE 48TH ANNUAL SKAGIT FLATS MARATHON, HALF MARATHON AND 5K RACE.
_Run the Valley with Skagit Runners_
Our marathon course is the flattest Boston qualifier in all of Washington state!
Registration is limited to 800, so be sure to register soon for one of the best small-town marathons in the state!
DATE: Sunday, September 14, 2025
RACE START TIME: 8:15 am Full and Half, 8:30 am for 5k.
DISTANCES: Marathon (26.2 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles), and 5k (3.1 miles)
REGISTER HERE: Online registration
CHIP TIMING: We will be using chip timing by Northwest Endurance Events for all three races.
PERSONAL GEAR: We will not have a gear check. We are not aware of any past problems with items left in vehicles. The parking lot is a relatively safe area and the risk can be further reduced if valuables are not left in plain sight. We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items so please plan accordingly.
WEATHER: The temperature on race day is usually mild. The average low is 46^0 F, the average high is 64^0 F, with an average mean temperature of 52^0 F.
RACE RESULTS: Live results can be obtained at Chronokeep.com.
POST RACE: All runners will receive a finishers medal! Water will be available at the finish line along with lots of food for ALL finishers. The high school locker rooms will be open for showers and changing.
CHANGING RACES: Race switches from the full marathon to the half marathon and vice versa must be completed before the end of Saturday packet pickup at the latest. There will be no refund for transferring down to a shorter race and a fee for the price difference will be charged for transferring up. There will be a $10 service fee for all transfers. If you are unable to make it to Saturday packet pickup, email us before Friday so that we can make a new bib number and assign a new chip.
PRICING:
Marathon Half Marathon 5K
Early Bird - before 5/19/25 $75 $55 $30
5/19/25 to 7/13/25 $90 $65 $35
7/14/25 to 9/10/25 $105 $75 $40
9/11/25 to 9/14/25 $120 $85 $45
T-SHIRT AND PACKET PICKUP:
You can pick up race packets from 1 pm to 6 pm on Saturday, September 13th, at the Hampton Inn (1860 S. Burlington Blvd [https://maps.app.goo.gl/kJSdLexjVHN8vJr57]) in Burlington. This is the best day to pick up your packet to avoid long lines during packet pick-up on race morning.
DAY OF RACE PACKET PICKUP:
Race packets can be picked up on the morning of the race at Burlington-Edison High School from 6:45 am until 8:00 am. It is preferable to pick up your packet the day prior to the race in order to avoid long lines the morning of the race.
_Run the Valley with Skagit Runners_
Our marathon course is the flattest Boston qualifier in all of Washington state!
Registration is limited to 800, so be sure to register soon for one of the best small-town marathons in the state!
DATE: Sunday, September 14, 2025
RACE START TIME: 8:15 am Full and Half, 8:30 am for 5k.
DISTANCES: Marathon (26.2 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles), and 5k (3.1 miles)
REGISTER HERE: Online registration
CHIP TIMING: We will be using chip timing by Northwest Endurance Events for all three races.
PERSONAL GEAR: We will not have a gear check. We are not aware of any past problems with items left in vehicles. The parking lot is a relatively safe area and the risk can be further reduced if valuables are not left in plain sight. We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items so please plan accordingly.
WEATHER: The temperature on race day is usually mild. The average low is 46^0 F, the average high is 64^0 F, with an average mean temperature of 52^0 F.
RACE RESULTS: Live results can be obtained at Chronokeep.com.
POST RACE: All runners will receive a finishers medal! Water will be available at the finish line along with lots of food for ALL finishers. The high school locker rooms will be open for showers and changing.
CHANGING RACES: Race switches from the full marathon to the half marathon and vice versa must be completed before the end of Saturday packet pickup at the latest. There will be no refund for transferring down to a shorter race and a fee for the price difference will be charged for transferring up. There will be a $10 service fee for all transfers. If you are unable to make it to Saturday packet pickup, email us before Friday so that we can make a new bib number and assign a new chip.
PRICING:
Marathon Half Marathon 5K
Early Bird - before 5/19/25 $75 $55 $30
5/19/25 to 7/13/25 $90 $65 $35
7/14/25 to 9/10/25 $105 $75 $40
9/11/25 to 9/14/25 $120 $85 $45
T-SHIRT AND PACKET PICKUP:
You can pick up race packets from 1 pm to 6 pm on Saturday, September 13th, at the Hampton Inn (1860 S. Burlington Blvd [https://maps.app.goo.gl/kJSdLexjVHN8vJr57]) in Burlington. This is the best day to pick up your packet to avoid long lines during packet pick-up on race morning.
DAY OF RACE PACKET PICKUP:
Race packets can be picked up on the morning of the race at Burlington-Edison High School from 6:45 am until 8:00 am. It is preferable to pick up your packet the day prior to the race in order to avoid long lines the morning of the race.
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