Course Information

Course Revision

Beginning in 2012 the course was revised to both start and finish at Doukenie Winery. This major revision greatly reduces the impact of traffic on Hwy 9 and around the town of Hillsboro.  Please note that NO unauthorized vehicles are allowed on the course during the race!  In addition to the start/finish, there are two viewing areas on course which can be accessed by parking safely off the side of the road and walking to the juncture of the course.  For more information view the Parking and Viewing section of the website. 

Course Maps

Interactive Course Map (MapMyRun)      PDF Version

Elevation Maps

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Time Limitations

To enter the half marathon you must be able to finish the course in 3 hours and 30 minutes and keep a 16:00/mile pace or better. Casual walkers are not permitted in the half marathon due to this time limit.  If you cannot keep the required pace on course, you will not be guaranteed course supervision by law enforcement and volunteers.

Race Rules, Safety & Courtesy

Please line up at the start according to your pace. Elite runners will have a corral at the front, runners will then line up by mile pace with 6 to 7 minute milers after the Elite corral, followed by 7 to 8 minute milers, etc... to the 14 to 15 minute or more milers in the back.

ALWAYS stay inside of the cones on the roadways.  Runners should stay to the right of the cones at all times unless otherwise marked.  Straying outside of the defined cone line is dangerous and is not allowed.  

NO roller blades, skateboards, animals or bicycles on course without permission. Baby strollers designed for runners are permitted but must begin at the back of the starting line. Note that 4.2 miles of this course is run on hard-packed gravel.  

Portable music with headphones are allowed but must be kept at low volume so runners can hear approaching traffic and verbal instructions from law enforcement and volunteers.

Please obey law enforcement officers and volunteers at all times! They are positioned on course for your safety. Failure to do so may result in removal from the course and disqualification. 

Thanks for your cooperation!

Aid Stations

Eight aid stations will be placed on-course between the start and finish areas. These stations are hosted by various non-profits, school teams and other groups. They are placed on-course at key locations and intervals approximately 1.5 miles apart. 

Water will be offered at each aid station and orange flavored Accelerade Advanced Sports Drink will be provided at every other aid station. Gels and/or energy bars will not be placed at aid stations due to environmental concerns. Bring your own if you wish and please discard wrappers in trash receptacles at aid stations, or put them in your pocket… not alongside the road. Thank you.

 Please show your appreciation as you pass each aid station and obey the law officers and course monitors who are working hard to keep you safe and happy.

Post-Race Refueling Tent

After completing your 13.1 mile journey through wine country and receiving your finisher’s medal, you’ll pass through the Refueling Tent where you’ll be treated to fruit punch flavored Endurox R4 Recovery Drink, as well as a variety of tasty treats.  Endurox R4 Recovery Drink is proven to reduce muscle damage by 50%, increase glycogen replenishment by 200%, increase protein synthesis by 400%, and increase both muscle function and endurance in a subsequent workout.  The tasty treats are proven to fill your hungry stomach after a great run.