Washington State Properties that support strong races share a few traits: direct access, safe shoulders or wide trailheads, and nearby services that keep crews moving. In the Yakima region that can mean canal paths with reliable surface, park loops with lighting, and ridge trailheads with room for early morning parking.

For commercial real estate appraisals, these traits translate into measurable value. A park parcel with lighting and water lines supports permits and recurring events; nearby retail such as coffee, grocery, and gear shops benefits from race traffic and in turn supports sponsorship. Properties with stable surfaces and clear access reduce maintenance and security costs for hosts, which appraisers may reflect in lower operating risk and stronger income potential for event-driven uses.

When we scout courses we look at grades, sight lines, and choke points, but also at the broader network: bus stops for volunteers, grocery for post-race food, and clinics within a short drive. Sites that fit this pattern tend to hold events year after year, which supports a consistent calendar and a healthy local economy.