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Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Hyak Parking Lot, Snoqualmie Pass WA
5K
About this race
Snoqualmie Tunnel 5k Glow Run
Date: Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Location: Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail - Hyak Parking, Snoqualmie Pass, WA US 98068
Event Overview
- All Ages: Open to participants of all ages.
- Distance: 5k walk or run through the historic Snoqualmie tunnel.
- Lighting: The tunnel will be partially lit with LED lights.
- After Party: Join us at Dru Bru (Sno Pass) for an outdoor block party with food, games, beer, cider, wine, and soda!
Optional Add-Ons
- Race T-Shirt: $15.50 (available until 6/26)
- LED Gloves: $14.00
- Participation Medal: $7.50
Race Day Information
- Check-In: Pick up your race merch onsite the day of the event.
- Glow Gear: Additional glow gear is highly encouraged: the brighter the better!
- Personal Lighting: A personal flashlight or headlamp is suggested.
- Merch Pickup: You will pick up your race merch onsite the day of the event.
The Race
- Wave 1 - Runners Only: Must be able to complete a 5K in under 45 minutes.
- Check-In: From 9:00am - 9:50am.
- Race Start: 10:00am.
- Wave 2: Joggers/Walkers/Strollers - Check-In from 9:00am - 10:30am, starts at 10:45am.
The race is a loop, starting and ending at the Palouse to Cascades State Park - Hyak Trailhead parking lot. The course is pretty flat, starting approximately 0.5 miles outside the tunnel, run/walk one mile in, turn around, and return back.
Parking
- Lot 1: Hyak Trailhead lot - A Discover Pass is required for all vehicles entering the state park and is available for purchase onsite or online (http://www.discoverpass.wa.gov/).
- Lot 2: The Summit East Lower Lot - 5 min walk to the event, no Discover Pass needed.
Tunnel Conditions
- Darkness: Expect extreme darkness and cold temperatures in the tunnel.
- Clothing: Average temperature is ~50 degrees: a long-sleeved shirt or light jacket is recommended.
- Surface: The ground is made of compacted gravel.
- Lighting: LED lights will illuminate the path, and personal lights are encouraged.
Event Guidelines
- Bikes: This is a bike-free event: strollers allowed.
- Kids: Kid-friendly: children 4 and under are free and do not need to register.
- Dogs: Not permitted due to participant volume and event conditions.
For more details and registration, visit the official race page: Snoqualmie Tunnel Glow Run.
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