2026 Salmon Run
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Bend, Oregon
- Price $11.60 - $64.60
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of running at the 38th Annual Salmon Run on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in beautiful Bend, Oregon! This highly anticipated event offers three exciting race distances: the Half Marathon (13.1 miles), a 10K, and a 5K, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Deschutes River. The courses blend scenic trails with paved paths, allowing participants to experience the breathtaking natural beauty of Central Oregon.
Join us for a celebration of health, community, and outdoor adventure! The Salmon Run kicks off the local racing season and features a festive post-race party with delicious food, refreshing beverages, and live music. Runners can look forward to awards for top finishers and fun for the whole family, including the Little Fry Run for kids. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event—mark your calendars and prepare for an exhilarating day of running and camaraderie in Bend!
Join us for a celebration of health, community, and outdoor adventure! The Salmon Run kicks off the local racing season and features a festive post-race party with delicious food, refreshing beverages, and live music. Runners can look forward to awards for top finishers and fun for the whole family, including the Little Fry Run for kids. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event—mark your calendars and prepare for an exhilarating day of running and camaraderie in Bend!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 38TH ANNUAL SALMON RUN WHICH RETURNS TO BEND, OREGON ON APRIL 18, 2026.
Distances include the HALF MARATHON (13.1 miles), 10K, and 5K races. All courses weave along the beautiful Deschutes River on trails and some pavement.
Taking place in the spring, the Salmon Run is one of the first running events of the season and the essential tip-off to the local racing scene in Central Oregon. Traversing beautiful dirt and paved trails amongst junipers and pines, the race course winds through some of the most scenic natural areas in Bend and finishes on the lawn Riverbend Park. Make a weekend of it!
Bring the kids for the Little Fry Run too!
COURSE DETAILS
The Salmon Run course takes runners along the beautiful and picturesque Deschutes River. The half marathon course is 75% paved sidewalks and 25% trail. The 10K course is 80% paved sidewalks and 20% trail. The 5K is 65% paved sidewalks and 35% trail. All courses will be marked with a combination of mile markers and directional arrows.
FINISH LINE FESTIVITIES
Enjoy a post-race party with delicious food and beverages (beer!) and music. Weve got gift bags and awards for the top three male and female finishers in both open and masters categories! 1st, 2nd & 3rd place ribbons for top age-group finishers.
PARKING FOR RACE DAY
There is limited parking at Riverbend Park on race day. We highly recommend carpooling. Parking attendants will direct you as you arrive. Additional parking is available on City streets.
For full details regarding the Salmon Run, click here. [https://bendraces.com/salmon-run/]
Distances include the HALF MARATHON (13.1 miles), 10K, and 5K races. All courses weave along the beautiful Deschutes River on trails and some pavement.
Taking place in the spring, the Salmon Run is one of the first running events of the season and the essential tip-off to the local racing scene in Central Oregon. Traversing beautiful dirt and paved trails amongst junipers and pines, the race course winds through some of the most scenic natural areas in Bend and finishes on the lawn Riverbend Park. Make a weekend of it!
Bring the kids for the Little Fry Run too!
COURSE DETAILS
The Salmon Run course takes runners along the beautiful and picturesque Deschutes River. The half marathon course is 75% paved sidewalks and 25% trail. The 10K course is 80% paved sidewalks and 20% trail. The 5K is 65% paved sidewalks and 35% trail. All courses will be marked with a combination of mile markers and directional arrows.
FINISH LINE FESTIVITIES
Enjoy a post-race party with delicious food and beverages (beer!) and music. Weve got gift bags and awards for the top three male and female finishers in both open and masters categories! 1st, 2nd & 3rd place ribbons for top age-group finishers.
PARKING FOR RACE DAY
There is limited parking at Riverbend Park on race day. We highly recommend carpooling. Parking attendants will direct you as you arrive. Additional parking is available on City streets.
For full details regarding the Salmon Run, click here. [https://bendraces.com/salmon-run/]
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