NW Ultras presents
39th Annual Seattle Ghost Marathon, Half Marathon & 50K
Saturday, November 30th, 2024
Experience a race like no other!
- Fully stocked aid stations: We’ll keep you fueled and hydrated.
- Cozy finisher hoodies: A reward for your amazing accomplishment.
- Delicious post-race food: Refuel and celebrate with fellow runners.
- Heaters and a lively post-race party: Warm up and enjoy the fun!
- Family-friendly atmosphere: Bring your crew to cheer you on!
- Race results will be posted live on chronokeep.com
- Early Bird Special: Sign up for the 2025 event at the 2024 event and get a $25 discount!
The entry fee of $125 (plus processing fees) helps cover race expenses and supports our non-profit partners, NW Ultras and Green Lake Crew. Any surplus funds at the end of the year will be split between these two great organizations.
Race Day Schedule
Saturday, November 30th, 2024
- 5:00 AM: Check-in opens for all runners
- Runners needing extra time to finish before the 2:00 PM course closure should check in at this time.
- 6:00 AM: 50K start and early start for marathon runners
- No early start for half marathon
- 7:00 AM: Marathon start
- 8:00 AM: Half marathon start
Important Notes
- Course Closure: The course, aid stations, and finish recovery area will close at 2:00 PM. Please plan your start time accordingly.
- Early Start: The early start is for 50K and marathon runners who anticipate needing more than 6 hours to complete the course.
- Overall Winners: Awards for overall winners will be based on gun time for those starting at the designated race start times.
- Certification: The race is USTAF certified (WA09059MW) and a Boston Marathon qualifier.
- Volunteers: If you would like to volunteer please email the race director: nwultrasscott@gmail.com
NO PARKING IN THE START FINISH PARK.
Course Description
The race features a flat, fast course along Lake Washington Boulevard.
- Half Marathon: A single loop showcasing scenic views.
- Marathon: Two loops of the half marathon course.
- 50K: The 50K adds an additional loop of Seward Park at the start. A map and detailed description will be sent to all 50K race entrants.
The course heads south from the starting line, clockwise around Seward Park, and then north along Lake Washington Boulevard past Leschi to the turnaround point. You will head south back past the Leschi aid station and back to the start/finish line.
Parking
There is no parking permit required.