Cascade Express Marathon

Cascade Express Marathon 2026 Course Analysis

Cascade Express Marathon is a full marathon held in North Bend, United States of America, scheduled for Saturday 12 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 58m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 786m above sea level.

Elevation Profile

This is a very flat course with only 58m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 429m to 786m above sea level — a 357m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.

Surface Type: Road

Cascade Express Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.

How Difficult Is Cascade Express Marathon?

Our difficulty rating for Cascade Express Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.

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