Point-To-Point Half Marathon, Marathon, And 50K Trail Race Ending at Pristine Lake Crescent inside Olympic National Park.
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When
September 7, 2024
Where
Port Angeles, Washington – race on the Olympic Adventure Trail, after-party at Log Cabin Resort.
What
Great Olympic Adventure Trail (GOAT) Run is a point-to-point half marathon, marathon, and 50K trail race that traverses Kelly Ridge between the Olympic National Park and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Participants finish at pristine Lake Crescent inside Olympic National Park.
Where to Stay
Registration
Price
Half Marathon = $60 / Marathon = $80 / 50K = $90 / Youth = $35
Participant limit 115 per distance and per wave.
Price increase April 1 = Half Marathon = $65 / Marathon = $85 / 50K = $95 (no change for youth)
What’s included?
In addition to an epic outdoor experience in the far northwest corner, all runners receive a professional well-organized event, a well-marked course, food and snacks at water stations along the course, a great piece of custom race swag, free shuttle to start, chip timing, after-party at Log Cabin Resort including food and drinks.
Registration
Now Open / Closes September 6, 2024. Pre-registration required.
The GOAT Run Experience
GOAT Run is for trail runners who enjoy lush green forests filled with moss and ferns, towering evergreens, and trailside flowers. Running by the “Living Room” will give participants a stunning view of the Elwha River Valley. And if this wasn’t epic enough, get ready to eat, drink, and lounge lakeside on the shores of pristine Lake Crescent inside Olympic National Park.
Log Cabin Resort is the Finish Line venue where you will relax post-race with food, drinks, and stunning views. They also have cabins, camping and kayak rentals.
The Courses
Half Marathon GOAT Run
The half marathon is around 14 miles in length with about 1500 feet of elevation gain. It starts with 1/2 mile of unpaved forest road, then 8.5 miles of singletrack trail, 4 miles of unpaved forest road, and 3/4 miles of pavement to the finish line at Log Cabin Resort. Limit 115 runners per wave.
Aid stations (water, electrolyte, snacks) at miles 3, 7, and 11. Sanicans at start line and finish line only.
The shuttle leaves at 9:30 a.m. for Wave 1 (10am race start) and at 10:30 a.m. for Wave 2 (11am race start). The shuttle leaves from the plaza across from Joyce General Store / Joyce Museum. The shuttle is mandatory. From the Finish Line, return shuttles will take you back to your car. The shuttles will run approximately every 20 minutes.
Click here for the Course map, elevation profile, description, GPS download.
Marathon GOAT Run
The marathon is just under 26 miles and has about 3500 of elevation gain. It includes 21 miles of single-track trail, then 4 miles of unpaved forest road, ending with 3/4 mile of pavement to the finish line at Log Cabin Resort. Limit 115 runners. Time limit 7 hours.
Aid stations (water, electrolyte, snacks) at miles 3, 7, 12.5, 16, 20, and 23. Sanicans at the start and finish, and at mile 7 of the course
The shuttle leaves at 8:00 A.M. (8:30 a.m. race start). The shuttle leaves from the plaza across from Joyce General Store / Joyce Museum. The shuttle is mandatory. From the Finish Line, return shuttles will take you back to your car. The return shuttles will run approximately every 20 minutes.
Click here for the Course map, elevation profile, description, GPS download.
50K GOAT Run
The 50K course is slightly shorter than the official distance. It starts with 1/4 mile on a trail on the north side of Hwy 101, then 6 miles of unpaved forest road, 20 miles of single-track trail, then 4 miles of unpaved forest road, and 3/4 mile of pavement to the finish line. Limit 115 runners. Time limit 8 hours.
Aid stations (water/electrolyte/snacks) at miles 4, 8, 12, 17.5, 21, 25, and 28. Sanicans at the start and finish, and at mile 12 of the course.
Shuttle leaves at 7:00 A.M. – Race start: 7:30 A.M. The shuttle leaves from plaza across from Joyce General Store / Joyce Museum. The shuttle is mandatory. From the Finish Line, return shuttles will take you back to your car. The return shuttles will run approximately every 20 minutes.
Click here for the Course map, elevation profile, description, GPS download.
Event Guide
Trail Is Open
During the race, the trail will be open to the public. That means bikers and horses in addition to other hikers or runners. Bikers are supposed to yield to runners, but that does not always happen. So please be aware of it. Runners are supposed to yield to horses. If you encounter a horse, please step off the trail to the downhill side.
Food And Drinks
After the race, stick around for heavy snacks and a variety of drinks, served lakeside. We will have a beer garden, so bring cash / card if you want a frosty beverage (21+) in your swag GOAT Run pint glass!
Can I Wear Headphones?
We’d rather you didn’t. If you insist, keep the volume low so you can hear course marshals, passing runners, and cougars. If you can’t hear your own footsteps, the volume is too high.
Return Shuttle
From the Finish Line, return shuttles will take you back to your car. The shuttles will run approximately every 20 minutes.
Where can my family watch me?
There is only one spot along the course where your family can see you. It is at mile 7 of the marathon and mile 12 of the 50K. It is where the trail crosses Eden Valley Road – click here for a Google Map point to help you navigate. This will show where to park, which is past the trail. Spectators must walk back to the trail crossing from the parking spot. Do not park by the sanican or trail crossing.
Clothing Drop
Clothing can be left at the start line, with the start line officials (do not leave on the shuttle). You must bring your own bag with your name on it. Do not leave any clothing along the trail. Your bag will be available at the Finish Line at Log Cabin Resort.
Can I Walk The Race? Can I Bring My Dog?
Of course you might take a couple short walk breaks during the race, but GOAT Run does not have a walking division and we are not set up to accommodate walkers.
While we love your furry friends, our insurance and permitting unfortunately does not accommodate them to join in the fun.
I’m staying at Log Cabin Resort. Is there a shuttle to Joyce?
No, there is not. You will need to drive or be dropped off in Joyce to catch the Start Line shuttle. There is a shuttle to Joyce from Log Cabin AFTER the race, to retrieve your vehicle.
Weather
Weather on the peninsula can change by the minute and the microclimate. Be prepared for sun, rain, flurries, drizzle, rainbows, mist, clouds, and wind.
Packet Pickup
Two ways to pick up packets:
Friday, September 6, 2023
At Hangar 19 in Port Angeles from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Join us for Happy Hour and pick up your packet at the same time.
Saturday, September 7, 2023
50K: Parking, packet pickup, and shuttles will be from the hayfield across from the Joyce Museum (50883 Highway 112) starting at 6:00 a.m. The shuttle leaves at 7:00 a.m. 50K starts at 7:30 a.m.
Full Marathon: Parking, packet pickup, and shuttles will be from the hayfield across from the Joyce Museum (50883 Highway 112) starting at 6:30 a.m. Full marathon starts at 8:30 a.m. The shuttle leaves at 8:00 a.m.
Half Marathon: Parking, packet pickup, and shuttles will be from the hayfield across from the Joyce Museum (50883 Highway 112) starting at 8:30 a.m. Wave 1 shuttle leaves at 9:30 a.m. and Wave 2 shuttle leaves at 10:30 a.m. Wave 1 race start 10:00 a.m. and Wave 2 race start at 11:00 a.m.
From the Finish Line, return shuttles will take you back to your car. The shuttles will run approximately every 20 minutes.
Can I pick up my friend or family member’s packet?
Yes!
Awards
The first overall male, female, and non-binary runner in each distance will receive an award. The two half marathon waves will be treated as separate races. There are no age category awards. There are no finisher medals at GOAT Run
Results
Download race results from previous GOAT Run events
2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023
Photos
Giving Back
This race is a friendly, community-based event, and a portion of race proceeds are donated to the Peninsula Trails Coalition and the Peninsula Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen of Washington, in appreciation for their countless hours of trail construction and maintenance on the North Olympic Peninsula.
Refund Policy
* 50% refund available until August 15. NO REFUNDS AFTER THIS DATE
*You will have the choice during the registration process to buy cancellation insurance. With the insurance, you will get a full refund should you end up needing to cancel due for any reason, even after the August 15th date.
* Transfers are allowed until 3 days before the race. Follow these instructions to transfer to another participant.
* No deferrals to next year
* If we are forced to cancel for any reason, runners will get a free transfer to the next year, or an 80% refund
Parking
Parking and shuttles will be from the hayfield across from the Joyce Museum (50883 Highway 112). Follow this Google pin drop, and be sure to turn at Festina Lente Road – do not go over to the area where the buildings and sanicans area. Look for the PARKING banner and race volunteers. You will need to follow race volunteer instructions for parking.
IMPORTANT regarding parking at Log Cabin Resort: If you have any non-runners planning to visit you or pick you up at Log Cabin Resort after the race, please note that there is limited parking at the resort. You and your crew can have fantastic parking if you book the resort for your visit – highly recommended for many reasons! Locals – how about bringing your bike, park at Spruce Railroad Trailhead and bike to the resort – cheer runners on the road on your way!
VOLUNTEER
GOAT Run needs plenty of volunteers each year – if you are interested in helping out, please contact us at contact@peninsulaadventuresports.com
SPONSOR
Peninsula Adventure Sports could not host these events without the support and partnership of the local business community. Monetary donations as well as in-kind product or service donations serve as the backbone of these races. If you want to find out more about sponsorship, please contact us at contact@peninsulaadventuresports.com
GIVING BACK
GOAT Run donates funds to the Peninsula Chapter of the Backcountry Horsemen of Washington and to the Peninsula Trails Coalition for the construction and maintenance of the Olympic Discovery Trail and the Olympic Adventure Trail.
Water Station Sponsors
Peninsula Trails Coalition, We Promote You, Crescent Bay Lions, Browns Outdoor, Olympic Peninsula Rowing Assocation, Back Country Horsemen Peninsula Chapter