Mustang Bear Paw 5K

Event Overview

• Event Name: Mustang Bear Paw 5K
• Date: July 11, 2026
• Location: 12250 Old Glenn Hwy, Eagle River, AK
• Website: Race Registration

Race Details

• Family-Friendly: The Mustang Bear Paw 5K is an event for the whole family and accommodates all ages and abilities.
• Parade Route: The race takes place along the parade route through downtown Eagle River, featuring cheering crowds.
• Trail Completion: Runners will complete a loop back to the finish line, with a portion on a paced bike trail.
• USATF Sanctioned: This year's event is sanctioned by USATF and includes cash prizes for top finishers who are USATF members.

USATF Membership

• Optional Membership: USATF membership is not required to participate in the race.
• Cash Prizes: Members competing for cash prizes must join USATF before registration.
• Membership Benefits: Your membership supports local sports and provides secondary insurance.
• Contact: For membership questions, email president@:alaska.usatf.org.

Event Location

• Start Point: The race starts outside the Auto Zone parking lot in Downtown Eagle River.
• Finish Point: The finish line is located outside the Eagle River Presbyterian Church.
• Address: 12250 Old Glenn Hwy, Eagle River, AK, 99577.
• Finish Address: 12836 Old Glenn Hwy, Eagle River, AK, 99577.

Bib Pickup Information

• Early Pickup: Thursday, July 9th, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Downtown Skinny Raven, 800 H Street, Anchorage, AK.
• Day of Event: Bibs can be picked up from 8:45 AM to 10:00 AM at the Auto Zone in Downtown Eagle River.

Awards

• Pickup Location: Awards will be available for pickup at the results tent with computer lookup at the finish area.
• Categories: Awards for Top 3 Overall and by Age Classes (1-8, 9-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+).
• Double Dipping: Participants can win both overall and age class awards.

Safety Policies

• No Pets: Dogs or any other pets are not allowed in the race.
• Equipment Restrictions: Bicycles, rollerblades, and skateboards are not permitted.
• Strollers: Participants with baby joggers or strollers should start at the back and be courteous to others.