Sound to Narrows 12K route map
raceindex.org has a GPS course file for Sound to Narrows 12K, so runners can inspect the route line on the map. Elevation charts and ascent figures appear only when that file includes usable elevation data.
Sound to Narrows 12K
This race edition
- Race date
- Date not confirmed for this distance
- Race timezone
- Timezone not confirmed
- Edition status
- Status not confirmed
Entry options
2027 edition
Entry options are not yet confirmed for this edition. Check the organiser before making plans.
Decision summary
Sound to Narrows 12K at a glance
- Evidence depth
- 29 verified facts
Stored GPS route
Quick answers
What runners ask first
How hilly is the Sound to Narrows 12K?
The Sound to Narrows 12K is described as hilly.
Where does the Sound to Narrows 12K route go?
The Sound to Narrows 12K route starts at North Vassault Drive and 37th Street (Vassault Park area), Tacoma and finishes at Vassault Park, 6100 N 37th Street, Tacoma. Underfoot, expect road. It passes Point Defiance Park, Owen Beach, Five Mile Drive, Puget Sound waterfront and Tacoma Narrows Bridge views. Routes wind through Point Defiance Park and Tacoma neighborhoods, with challenging hills, spectacular Puget Sound water views, old-growth forest and views toward the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
Race character
Scenery
- Waterfront
- Coastal
- Parkland
- Forest
- City
Atmosphere
- Community
- Festival
- Scenic Tour
Terrain
- Road
- Beach
- Elevation character
- Hilly
- Technicality
- Non Technical
Entry, logistics and records
Entry requirements
- Entry status
- Open entry: The held registration model is open entry and this edition is not marked sold out.
- Qualification status
- Not a Boston Marathon qualifier.
Access and course status
- Start
- North Vassault Drive and 37th Street (Vassault Park area), Tacoma
- Finish
- Vassault Park, 6100 N 37th Street, Tacoma
Course facts
- Surface
- Road
- Landmarks
- Point Defiance Park, Owen Beach, Five Mile Drive, Puget Sound waterfront, Tacoma Narrows Bridge views, Vassault Park
- Notable features
- Routes wind through Point Defiance Park and Tacoma neighborhoods, with challenging hills, spectacular Puget Sound water views, old-growth forest and views toward the Tacoma Narrows Bridge
- Also offers a youth 2K run/walk and a 20-yard Diaper Dash for ages 4 and under, plus a virtual option
- Hilly signature 12K course through Point Defiance Park including a steep climb out of Owen Beach (route modified due to Five Mile Drive construction)