7th edition of The Hurricane Creek Half! ​
Runners of the Sage operates under a special use permit from the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
WHEN: Saturday May 24th, 2025
Half Marathon/5 Mile/5K all start at 8 AM
1 Mile Kids Race starts at 9 AM
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REGISTRATION/COST: REGISTER HERE
Half Marathon - $75 Early Bird price through Dec 31st - shirts included with registration; $75 Regular Price until April 30th, then; $85 until online registration closes Thursday May 15th. $75 Day of Race Registration(No Shirt).
5 Mile - $25 Early Bird price through Dec 31st - shirts not included; $35 Regular Price until April 30th, then $45 until online registration closes Thursday May 15th. $45 Day of Race Registration. 5K - $20 Early Bird price through Dec 31st - shirts not included; $30 Regular price until April 30th, then $40 until online registration closes Thursday May 15th. $40 Day of Race Registration.
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POST RACE YOGA: SIGN UP HERE - Click on Runners Vinyasa Class
A class designed to unwind tight spots from your head to hamstrings.
Class will be held at Joseph City Park at 1 PM on May 24th for $15 per person. Inclement weather will move class a few blocks away to Wallowa Avenue Wellness.
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RAFFLE: Two free pairs of shoes!! One lucky male and female race participant will be chosen to win a pair of Topo shoes. Drawing of race bib numbers will occur once everyone starts the race. Must be present for the race to be eligible.
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WHERE: JOSEPH, OREGON CITY PARK
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PACKET PICKUP: Pick up your race packet with bib and goodies at Quickhatch Provisions on Friday May 23rd from 3-5 PM and starting at 6:30 AM at Joseph City Park the day of the race until 7:45 AM.
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RESULTS:
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PICTURES:
Hurricane Creek Half 2022 Pictures
Hurricane Creek Half 2023 Pictures
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GEAR: Weather can be unpredictable this time of year so come prepared and ready for rain/sun/wind/or snow.
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REASON: Runners of the Sage mission is to encourage more active and healthy lifestyles. We want to get Wallowa County out and running together!
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AWARDS: There will be awards for the top 3 Male and top 3 Female Overall finishers for the Half, 5 Mile, and the 5k. Each Half Marathon Finisher will receive a finisher medal.
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ITINERARY:
FRIDAY MAY 23rd-
3:00 - 5:00 PM - Packet Pickup at Quickhatch in Joseph Oregon
SATURDAY MAY 24th-
6:30 AM - Packet Pickup at Joseph City Park
7:30 AM - Half Marathon Early Start(Early Starters not eligible for overall awards)
8:00 AM - Half Marathon Start/5 Mile/5K Start
9:00 AM - Hurricane Hustle Kids 1 Mile Fun Run (12 and under and free)
Noon- We will have a 4 hr cutoff time(which means race coordinators will make our way to lunch) and invite all to lunch at Blythe Cricket and then to the wonderful Wallowa County Farmers Market.
1:00 PM - Post Race Yoga at Joseph City Park (or at Wallowa Avenue Wellness if inclement weather)
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MERCHANDISE: Tri Blend Bella Canvas are included with Pre-Registration for Half Marathoners. 5 Mile and 5kers must purchase shirts with registration.
Runners of the Sage and Mountain Runner Merchandise will be available for purchase. We accept cash/check/card/venmo.
All proceeds go towards continuing and bettering these events! Thank you!
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LODGING:
Wallow Lake Vacation Rentals Wallowa Lake State Park
Sure Stay Plus Enterprise Oregon - 20% Off Discount for Runners
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Half Marathon -
This is an out and back, hilly and challenging Half marathon Course. It starts at 4200 ft elevation at Joseph City Park and climbs to a mile high at 5100 ft. The first 3 miles are paved, the next 6 miles are all maintained dirt road surface, and then last 3 are paved. This could be one of the most scenic half marathons in the Northwest with constant views of the Wallowa Mountains, Eagle Cap Wilderness, Seven Devils, and high valleys. There will be a water station at the Grange Mile 3ish and 10ish. Another water station at the Hurricane Creek Trailhead at mile 6.5.
5 Mile -
This is an out and back road run. It covers the first 2.5 Miles of the Half Marathon Course. There will be a water station at the turnaround.
5K -
This course is an out and back road run. It covers the first 1.55 miles of the Half Marathon course. There will be a water station at the turnaround.