Autumn Leaves 50M/50K/30K

Announcements

Registration is now open for 2026, come join us for a beautiful low key run through Champoeg State park!... Prices increase $10 on Oct 19th. Registration closes end-of-day Oct 22nd, 2026.

Fees and Amenities

Included in your entry fee: -Well marked 10K looped course with views of the historic Champoeg State heritage area -Hand personalized, hand selected Autumn Leaves vintage garment -Well stocked ultra aide stations -Downloadable race photographs -Finishers awards -Spirited course -Covered drop area at start/finish line -Post race food and drink To keep your race fees low, the State Park entrance fee is NOT included in registration. If you have an Oregon State Parks pass, please bring it, or you may purchase a day pass at the entrance gate kiosk. Many racers enjoy staying at the park on Friday and/or Saturday night. Check availability at Reserve America: https://oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/champoeg-state-heritage-area/ We will have two aid stations along the course, which you will pass three times on each 10K loop. This race is CUPLESS, so bring a hydration pack, handheld and/or silicone cup for fluids. Absolutely no littering along the course! If you have trash, hold onto it until you reach the aid station.

Course Description

The course is a 10k loop consisting of 80% paved bike path and 20% dirt single track. It is built for speed as the course is very flat with some small rollers for fun. 50K runners will complete 5 loops and the 50-milers will do 8 loops. Despite the trail section, the whole course is typically runnable in road shoes. You will need a headlamp for your first lap, as it WILL be dark. Working up to running ultra distances? Try the 30k, and run 3 loops with a later start time. Kids can join us for a free 1k Kids Run (parent/guardian must pre-register child online or sign waiver day-of-race). COURSE MAP ON CALTOPO: https://caltopo.com/m/E7JV COURSE MAP (50K on MapMyRun): https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/567887040

Race Day Schedule

5:30 AM 50M early start bib pickup 6:00 AM 50M &50K early start (not eligible for prizes, must maintain 14:24 pace for 50M)) 6:05 AM Regular Start Bib Pick-up 7:00 AM 50 Mile and 50K Start 8:30 AM 30K Start 9:30 AM Kids Run 3:45 PM Cut-Off Time to Start Last Lap 4:45 PM Aid Station 2 Closed 5:15 PM Finish Area Closed - Time to pack the truck! 6:00 PM Park Gate (to Pavilion) closes Please note that 50 mile racers have 11 hours to complete 8 laps. This is an average of 13:12 min/mile pace. 50-mile racers who take the early start will have 12 hours to complete the race, a 14:24 average pace. 50K runners will have 11 hours to complete 5 laps, or an average pace of 21:17 min/mile. If you plan to run-walk, the 50K or 30K distance is most appropriate to avoid time cutoffs.

Awards

Awards will be given for the top finishers in each timed event (30K, 50K, 50M) in the following categories: - Overall Men, Women, Nonbinary; and Masters Men, Women and Nonbinary - Finish place will be determined by Finish Time, not Chip Time. First over the line gets the award. Completion of the lap at the turn around will be verified by timing mat or course marshall. Otherwise, the runner will be marked DNF and ineligible for finish awards. Awards also given to best costumed runner!!

Pacers and Crew

All runners participating in the 50k race are allowed to have a pacer for the last 2 loops, and all runners participating in the 50 mile race are allowed to have a pacer for the last 3 loops. Pacers must sign a waiver and wear a pacer bib, and are welcome to use the aid stations. They may not mule (carry supplies) for their runner. Support crew access is at the start/finish, and at the mid-course aid station near Oak Grove.

ORRC Members and Volunteers

Oregon Road Runners Club members receive $15 off the registration fee. Because UltraSignUp is not our membership platform, please email the race directors for membership verification and a coupon code prior to registration: [email protected] If you have an ORRC volunteer voucher, likewise please email the race directors with the code so we may enter this individually prior to registration. Thank you!

Refund Policy & Deferrals

Pregnancy & Lactation Deferral If you register for the race and become pregnant or just had a baby, and you do not feel you are in a position to participate, we are happy to defer your entry to the following year. Please inform us before October 10th, 2026 if you wish to defer. Please contact us if you need additional support or accommodations for lactation at the race. If you wish to run a shorter distance, you may transfer your registration on UltraSignUp directly. Otherwise, ORRC does not provide refunds or transfers if you cannot run on race day. Please know that your race fee is going to a nonprofit that helps further the sport of running in our community.

Race Scholarships to Promote Equity in Sport

At our running events, we strive to promote inclusivity for all participants. While it's true that running "only" requires a pair of shoes (plus hours and months of training!), we understand that barriers to entry exist, both financial and cultural. To address this, ORRC volunteers have generously donated race credits to a "Pay it Forward Fund" that we may apply toward race fees. We specifically encourage members of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities to apply for race entry fee coverage by emailing the race directors. We want to emphasize that everyone is welcome at our races, and we're here to answer any questions.

Gender, Inclusion and Fair Sport Policy

Goal: To create a fair, inclusive and affirming space for people of all genders, identities and experiences to participate in athletic events, while also promoting fairness in award competitions. During registration, all entrants can select a gender division for the race – men (open), women, or nonbinary. Each gender division will have its own results, podium and awards. To be eligible for prizes, participants register in the gender division in which they qualify at the time of race registration. For the purposes of this community-based (non-elite) race: - Transgender women who have undergone continuous, medically-supervised gender-affirming hormone treatment (testosterone suppression) for at least one year before the race are welcome to compete in the women's division; and may compete in the nonbinary division without regard to hormone treatment. - Athletes who have begun gender-affirming treatment that includes testosterone or androgen supplementation may compete in either the men's (open) or nonbinary divisions. Policy Enforcement: The gender and category that a runner selects during registration will be accepted as is. As such, no harassment of individuals, nor challenges to a runner's gender or division, will be allowed or tolerated. This policy will be updated as needed to ensure fair and inclusive practices. Lactation Policy: we affirm the right for individuals (athletes and spectators) to nurse and pump. Please let us know if you may need any accommodations for lactation during the event.