Oregon · 6.7 mile · Half Marathon · Marathon
Crater Lake Rim Runs
Crater Lake Rim Runs is a 6.7 mile, half marathon and marathon event held in Crater Lake, Oregon. It is usually held in August; the exact date hasn't been confirmed in the listing yet. About 500 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Crater Lake, OR
- Field size
- ~500 runners
Race details
- Usually held in
- August (date not confirmed)
- Location
- Crater Lake, Oregon
- Distances
- 6.7 mile, Half Marathon, Marathon
- Field size
- About 500 runners
- Course
- High altitude, 5,980-7,850 ft above sea level along the rim
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- craterlakerimruns.com
About the Crater Lake Rim Runs
A high-altitude run, half marathon, and marathon held entirely along the rim of Crater Lake National Park with stunning views of the deepest lake in the US.
Rankings and notes
- Rankings and awards
- One of the most scenic and challenging high-altitude races in the US; 48th annual in 2026
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Crater Lake Rim Runs: common questions
- When is the Crater Lake Rim Runs?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Crater Lake Rim Runs held?
- In Crater Lake, Oregon.
- What distances does the Crater Lake Rim Runs offer?
- 6.7 mile, Half Marathon and Marathon.
- How many people run the Crater Lake Rim Runs?
- About 500 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Crater Lake Rim Runs?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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