The 2026 Snake River Canyon Half Marathon will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Wawawai Landing, located in the Quad Cities area of Wawawai Landing, WA, near the Snake River. The event features a flat, paved, and USATF-certified course along Wawawai River Road, offering runners an out-and-back route that begins and ends at Wawawai Landing, which sits at an elevation of approximately 720 feet above the river. The course includes mile markers every mile and water stations approximately every two miles, with toilet facilities available at each. The race is set against a backdrop of scenic canyon views and typically experiences mild early March weather, with finish-line temperatures often near 50°F. Participants can expect a well-organized, competitive, and scenic half marathon experience on a certified course that attracts runners from across the region.
What is the distance of the event?
→Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
What is the event's location and venue?
→The event takes place at Wawawai Landing, located in the Quad Cities area of Wawawai Landing, WA, near the Snake River. The course is along Wawawai River Road, with the start and finish at Wawawai Landing.
What is the course like?
→The course is a flat and paved out-and-back route along Wawawai River Road. It is USATF-certified for accuracy and includes mile markers placed every mile. Water stations are available approximately every two miles, with toilet facilities at each.
What are the event's date and time?
→The 2026 Snake River Canyon Half Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
What is the registration timeline?
→Registration opens on November 1, 2025, and closes on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
What is the organizer of the event?
→The event is organized by the Palouse Road Runners.
Where can I find more information about the event?
→More information about the event can be found at the official website: palouseroadrunners.org ↗.
What are the race policies?
→No bib swapping is permitted, as per RRCA and Palouse Road Runners policy. No refunds or deferrals are offered, though a virtual race option is available if the in-person event is cancelled. Pets, strollers, and bikes are not allowed on the course during the race. Personal music devices are strongly discouraged.
What is included in the registration?
→Race shirts are available for purchase for $15 for participants who register before February 1st.
What are the weather conditions expected on race day?
→The event typically experiences mild early March weather, with finish-line temperatures often near 50°F.
What are the prize details for the event?
→Cash awards are offered for overall winners in the men’s, women’s, and non-binary categories: $200 for first place, $150 for second, and $100 for third.
What are the race rules and restrictions?
→No pets, strollers, or bikes are allowed on the course. Personal music devices are strongly discouraged. The course is not open to participants with pets, strollers, or bicycles. No bib swapping is allowed. The event is not refundable or deferrable.
