Event Overview: The Camas Lions Oktoberfest Run brings together runners, families, and local businesses for a 5K and 10K run/walk along the scenic Columbia River trails, followed by a festive “Cheers for a Cause” Oktoberfest Biergarten with live music.
Participation: Runners and walkers of all levels are encouraged to participate.
Family Friendly: Families and company teams are welcome. Kids under 12 participate for free.
Costume Contest: Come in your favorite Oktoberfest outfit! Prizes will be given away.
Why We Run
Local Impact: 100% of net proceeds stay local and directly support vision and accessibility services.
Youth Programs: The funds support youth leadership and scholarships.
Community Resilience: Proceeds enhance emergency preparedness and community resilience.
Awards & Gifts
Finisher Medals: Every finisher will receive a medal featuring the race logo.
Commemorative Mug: Registration fees include a commemorative gift mug if registered by 5:00 PM on July 31, 2026. Only 100 mugs will be given away.
Costume Award: "Best Oktoberfest outfit" award will be given after the race.
Largest Team: The "Largest Team" will receive preferred seating at the Biergarten by live music.
Entertainment
Live Music: Stay after the run/walk for live music.
Complimentary Drink: Participants age 21 and over will receive one free beer upon completion of the run/walk in the Biergarten. Participants under 21 will receive one free root beer.
Event Time & Route
10K Start: 10:00 AM
5K Start: 10:15 AM
Route Details: The route is primarily flat with slower runners and walkers asked to stay to the right.
Course Information: Both races start at 54 40 Brewery, travel a short distance on the street, and continue along the Captain William Clark Park Trail, finishing back at 54 40 Brewery.
Registration
Online Registration: Register online via RunSignUp and complete the required waiver.
Race-Day Registration: Available; electronic payment only (no cash or checks accepted).
Parking
Parking Availability: Limited to street parking, with potential access to nearby lots next to 54 40 Brewery.
Arrival Time: Participants are encouraged to arrive 30–45 minutes prior to their race start time for bib pickup and warm-up.
Packet Pick-Up
Race-day Pick-up: Available from 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM at 54 40 Brewery, 3801 S Truman St #1, Washougal, WA 98671.
T-Shirts
Optional Purchase: Event T-shirts will be available for purchase for $20.
Water Stations
Station Locations: Water will be available at turn-around points as well as at the start/finish area.
Food & Drinks
Vendor Partnership: The Camas Lions have partnered with 54 40 Brewery / Kascadia Public House for food and beverages for purchase at the start/finish area.
Restrooms
Facilities Available: Port-a-potties and 54 40 Brewery restrooms will be available at the start/finish area.