Corvallis Half Marathon & 5K Returns April 11
Let's run through some highlights of the upcoming race...
Jen Macias set the women’s course record in 2014 with a 1:18:04. That’s 5:57 per mile pace. Craig Leon set the men’s course record in 2012 with a blazing 1:06:36. That’s 5:05 per mile pace.
The first Corvallis resident last year to finish came in 7th place overall (Michael Wisniewski). Eugene and Portland participants had 3 of the top 5 finishers.
To put it in perspective, the men’s half-marathon world record was recently broken on March 8th, by Jacob Kiplimo, with a time of 57:20 (that’s 4:22 mile pace). Craig, you’re fast, but to put Corvallis on the map, we need you to shave about 9 minutes and 17 seconds off your time from last year.
This year’s race supports The Assistance League of Corvallis and Linn Benton Food Share.
Last year about 1306 runners ran the race.
Photo: https://corvallishalfmarathon.com/
Race Times
Half Marathon (13.1 miles) — 8:30am start
5K Run/Walk — 8:50am start
Family 1K — 11:30am start
Start & Finish Location
All races begin and end near Reser Stadium. Along Ralph Miller Lane between the stadium and Gill Coliseum on the Oregon State University campus
Course Overview
The half marathon is a “Tour de Corvallis” route, primarily on roads, sidewalks, and multi-use paths. Runners travel through campus, north Corvallis, and areas like Witham Hill and Bald Hill, before returning to campus.
The 5K follows a flat, fast out-and-back route on popular campus paths.
Street Closures & Traffic Impacts
Expect road closures and traffic delays during the morning hours, particularly:
Around the Oregon State University campus
North Corvallis corridors (including Walnut Blvd and surrounding areas)
Downtown and east–west travel may be limited during the race window, especially from 7:30am to 11:00am.
Drivers should plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time.
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