The Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon takes place in the heart of the Willamette Valley (Yamhill County), 30 miles south of downtown Portland. The race is staged on Sunday but activities are planned in Portland starting on Thursday evening with an early packet pickup option.
The region is easily serviced by Portland to the north (45 minute drive to Stoller) and Salem to the south (30 minute drive to Stoller). The towns of Newberg, McMinnville, Dundee, Dayton, Carlton and Yamhill surround the Yamhill Valley where the course and weekend activities will be centered. There are various hotel and motel options in the larger towns of McMinnville and Newberg, and many small lodging properties and B&Bs in the valley.
Drive your own vehicle or choose Enterprise and get a Destination Races Group Discount. See Rental Cars page for details.
Portland's International airport (PDX) is serviced by most carriers and Portland is a fabulous city to explore, see Travel Portland for things to do and see.
Early Packet PickupTime TBDPortlandMore Info
Welcome Reception5:00pm to 7:00pmSoléna and Grand Cru EstatesMore Info
Race EXPO10:00am to 6:00pmEvergreen Aviation MuseumMore Info
Race Dinner5:30pm to 7:30pmStoller Vineyards WineryMore Info
Transportation to Start5:15am to 6:30amMore Info
Half Marathon Start7:00amStoller VineyardsMore Info
Wine & Music Festival9:15am to NoonDowntown CarltonMore Info
Winery Tours2:00pm to 6:00pm3 wineriesMore Info