Alpine Solstice
The Alpine Solstice offers a summer trail race experience on the longest day of the year.
Race Date
Jun 20, 2026
Location
Bend, OR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 20, 2026
- Location
- Bend, Oregon
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Alpine Solstice, held near Bend, Oregon, is a trail race that embraces the peak of summer on one of the year's longest days. Runners navigate the smooth, classic singletrack trails Central Oregon is known for, with the stunning Tumalo Falls serving as a highlight.
This event is a perfect way to usher in the mountain running season. The course is designed to showcase the natural beauty of the region, offering a quintessential Central Oregon trail experience. Participants can expect a course that balances challenging terrain with breathtaking scenery, making it a memorable kick-off to summer adventures.
Race-provided description
Alpine Solstice 55K and Half Marathon is an early summer trail race held on one of the longest days of the year near Bend Oregon. Featuring smooth, classic Central Oregon singletrack, Tumalo Falls, and a perfect way to kick off mountain season.
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest, Mountain
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 6 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 71°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
71°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
49%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Alpine Solstice?
The Alpine Solstice is held on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Where does the Alpine Solstice take place?
It takes place in Bend, Oregon.
What distances does the Alpine Solstice offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Alpine Solstice course flat and good for a PR?
The Alpine Solstice is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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