Experience the beauty of Maple Valley with a race designed for speed and serenity. This fast, flat, and scenic course offers runners the perfect blend of challenge and tranquility, winding through peaceful landscapes that make every mile enjoyable. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply soaking in the atmosphere, you'll love the smooth, well-marked route.
Choose between a half marathon and a 5K, each thoughtfully planned to highlight the area's natural charm while providing an excellent racing experience. With supportive volunteers, clear signage, and a welcoming race community, this event is ideal for runners of all levels.
And keep an eye out—you might just spot a mischievous race gnome along the course! Rumor has it, he's been training for months, but given his tiny stride, he’s still working on that first mile. If you happen to see him, give him a cheer—gnome support is just as important as runner support!
Get ready to push your limits—or simply enjoy the journey. Lace up and join us for an unforgettable race day in Maple Valley!
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$80.00
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:30
$32.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Maple Valley.
Learn more about the host city, Maple Valley.
Maple Valley is a city in King County, Washington, United States. The population was 28,013 at the 2020 census, and was estimated to be 28,553 in 2024. The city functions as a commuter town to Seattle for residents, though there is an increasing amount of commercial activity in the area.
Read more launchOfficial finishing times from previous editions of Run for the Gnomes Half Marathon & 5K.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Kent Thompson | 1:27:18 | |
| 🥈 | Piotr Apostol | 1:29:04 | |
| 🥉 | Caitlin Latimer | 1:33:12 | |
| 4 | Jordan Greco | 1:36:21 | |
| 5 | Ross Johnson | 1:42:38 | |
| 6 | Kylie Kam | 1:45:09 | |
| 7 | Jessie Kotarski | 1:45:44 | |
| 8 | Robin White | 1:46:29 | |
| 9 | Nolan Hoover | 1:49:06 | |
| 10 | Jonathan Bricker | 1:50:08 | |
| 11 | Cameron Lester | 1:52:07 | |
| 12 | Jenna Louie | 1:53:10 | |
| 13 | Will Streich | 1:55:37 | |
| 14 | Sohom Roy | 1:55:51 | |
| 15 | Margaret Marks | 1:56:42 | |
| 16 | Jared Thornbrugh | 1:57:16 | |
| 17 | Emma Hill | 1:57:21 | |
| 18 | Robert Dees | 2:01:26 | |
| 19 | Craig Saxby | 2:02:54 | |
| 20 | Zach Lea | 2:06:05 | |
| 21 | Jessica Mumm | 2:08:20 | |
| 22 | Yash Gokhale | 2:08:29 | |
| 23 | Kelsi Syverson | 2:08:53 | |
| 24 | Katherine Bellows | 2:11:30 | |
| 25 | Gustavo Miracle | 2:12:17 | |
| 26 | Samantha Leininger | 2:14:17 | |
| 27 | Tonya Koopman | 2:14:26 | |
| 28 | Mark Koopman | 2:14:41 | |
| 29 | Vinnie Vasquez | 2:15:13 | |
| 30 | Anonymous Anonymous | 2:18:12 | |
| 31 | Gina Forestieri | 2:18:30 | |
| 32 | Annie Dang | 2:19:47 | |
| 33 | Maryellen Elcock | 2:23:04 | |
| 34 | Breanna Geusen | 2:24:38 | |
| 35 | Brittany Bay | 2:24:39 | |
| 36 | Myron Neal | 2:26:17 | |
| 37 | Carley Neal | 2:26:18 | |
| 38 | Tracy Bui | 2:26:53 | |
| 39 | Jae Han | 2:27:58 | |
| 40 | Steve Sack | 2:30:17 | |
| 41 | Carolyn Lesser | 2:30:47 | |
| 42 | David Geusen | 2:31:44 | |
| 43 | Alexey Kosiuga | 2:31:45 | |
| 44 | dylan keatts | 2:32:45 | |
| 45 | Patti Krebsbach | 2:33:03 | |
| 46 | Gretchen Tapp | 2:33:03 | |
| 47 | Madelyn Wiebke | 2:34:49 | |
| 48 | Katie Krogstadt | 2:34:56 | |
| 49 | Martha Koch | 2:38:59 | |
| 50 | Samantha Pape | 2:45:29 |
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