Sunday, September 13, 2026
Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K race
Join us for the 49th Annual Skagit Flats Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K! Renowned as the flattest Boston qualifier in Washington, this race offers a picturesque route through the scenic Skagit Valley farmlands, finishing on the Burlington-Edison High School track. With registration capped at 800 participants, secure your spot today for one of the state’s most beloved small-town races. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Race Information
Welcome to the 49th Annual Skagit Flats Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K race.
Run the Valley with Skagit Runners
Our marathon course is the flattest Boston qualifier in all of Washington state! Registration is limited to 800, so be sure to register soon for one of the best small-town marathons in the state!
Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Race Start Time: 8:00AM for Full & Half Marathons, 8:10AM for 5K
Distances: Marathon (26.2 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles), and 5k (3.1 miles)
Chip Timing: We will be using chip timing by Northwest Endurance Events for all three races. There will be large clocks at the finish line so you can see your time as you finish.
Personal Gear: We recommend that any personal items be stored in your vehicle. If you do not have a vehicle to store your personal items, contact a race volunteer. We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Weather: The temperature on race day is usually mild. The average low is 46° F, the average high is 64° F, with an average mean temperature of 52° F.
Race Results: Live results can be obtained at Chronokeep.com.
Post Race: Water will be available at the finish line along with lots of food for ALL finishers. The high school locker rooms will be open for showers and changing.
Changing Races: Race switches from the full marathon to the half marathon and vice versa must be completed before the end of Saturday packet pickup at the latest. There will be no refund for transferring down to a shorter race. There will be a $10 fee for all transfers. If you are unable to make it to Saturday packet pickup, email us before Friday so that we can make a new bib number and assign a new chip.
Pricing:
| Marathon | Half Marathon | 5K | |
| Early Bird – before 5/19/26 | $65 | $45 | $30 |
| 5/19/26 to 7/13/26 | $80 | $55 | $30 |
| 7/14/26 to 9/10/26 | $95 | $65 | $30 |
| 9/11/26 to 9/14/26 | $110 | $75 | $40 |
T-Shirt and Packet Pickup: You can pick up race packets from Skagit Running Company 12-5pm Sat 9/12 (724 S 1st St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273)
Day of Race Packet Pickup: Race packets can be picked up on the morning of the race at Burlington-Edison High School from 6:45 am until 8:00 am. It is preferable to pick up your packet the day prior to the race in order to avoid long lines the morning of the race.
Accommodations:
Places to stay, eat and play with discounts for Skagit Plats participants
Questions?
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at skagitrunnersrd@gmail.com
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