Defiance 50K / 30K / 15K

Race Overview

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.

Course Details

• Loop Length: The course is approximately a 9.75 mi / 15.7 km loop through old growth forest.
• 15K &: Relay: Runners of the 15K and each team member of the 3-Person 50K Relay will complete this loop once.
• 30K: 30K runners will run the loop twice.
• 50K: 50K runners will run the loop three times, returning through the Start/Finish area at Owen Beach.

Course Features

• Scenic Views: On the course, you will see sweeping views of the Puget Sound.
• Trail Conditions: Run on soft trails beneath 500-year-old giant cedars and firs.
• Urban Park: Experience one of the top 20 urban parks in the United States.
• Terrain: The course is mostly single track and typically dry mid-October.

Training Tips

• Hills: Train for some hills, but note that the course is 95% run-able.

Event Information

Join us on October 10, 2026, at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma, WA. For more details, visit the official race page: Defiance 50K Race.