2027 Salmon Run
Salmon Run: scenic spring half-marathon along Bend’s Deschutes River with festive finish.
Race Date
Apr 17, 2027
Location
Bend, OR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, April 17, 2027
- Location
- Bend, Oregon
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 403
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Salmon Run, now in its 38th year, is the unofficial start of Central Oregon’s running season. On a crisp April morning in Bend, about 186 runners gather at Riverbend Park for a half-marathon that traces the Deschutes River through juniper and pine. The course is mostly flat, with 75% paved sidewalks and 25% dirt trail, making it a fast and scenic option for first-timers and locals alike. Runners come from about 13 states, and while the field is intimate, the loyalty is real—about 7% of finishers return year after year.
The race unfolds along riverbanks and through wooded parkland, with the snow-capped Cascades visible in the distance. Aid stations and mile markers keep the route clear, and the spring weather (average 31–54°F) is ideal for racing. The finish on the lawn at Riverbend Park leads straight into a post-race party with music, food, and local beer. Winners in open and master’s categories take home gift bags and ribbons, but the real prize is the relaxed, community-driven vibe that has kept this race going for decades.
Race-provided description
Join us for the 39th annual Salmon Run which returns to Bend, Oregon on April 17, 2027. 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! 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. We’ve got gift bags and awards for the top three male and female finishers in both open and master’s 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.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, April 17, 2027
Start Time
9:00 AM
Start Location
799 SW Columbia St, Bend, OR, 97702
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Forest
Surface
Paved, Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout6812 years running
~186 finishers a year
shrinking
7% returning runners
5 timing sources · 12 photos
runners from 13 states
winner 1:24:09
typical high 54°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
32°
Afternoon (High)
54°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
53%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 403 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
403
Median time
2:10:21
Latest turnout
214
States
20
Turnout by year
2024–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 Salmon Run?
The 2027 Salmon Run is held on Saturday, April 17, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the 2027 Salmon Run take place?
It takes place in Bend, Oregon.
What distances does the 2027 Salmon Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles.
Is the 2027 Salmon Run course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 Salmon Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the 2027 Salmon Run?
HalfRuns has finish records for 403 runners who have completed the 2027 Salmon Run.
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