About the Event
The Camas Lions Oktoberfest Run brings together runners, families, and local businesses for a 5K and 10K run along the scenic Columbia River trails, followed by a festive “Cheers for a Cause” Oktoberfest beer garden with live music.
Runners and walkers of all levels are encouraged to participate.
Families are welcome.
Come in your favorite German outfit!
Why We Run
100% of net proceeds stay local and directly support:
Awards & Gifts
Every finisher will receive a medal featuring the race logo.
Registration fees include a commemorative gift mug if registered by 5:00 PM on July 31, 2026.
"Best outfit" award will be given after the race.
Entertainment
Stay after the run for live music. Participants age 21 and over will receive one free beer upon completion of the run/walk in the beer garden. Participants under 21 will receive one free root beer.
Event Time & Route
10K Start: 10:00 AM
5K Start: 10:15 AM
The bibs will be chipped and official times will be sent to runners after the run.
The route is primarily flat. Slower runners and walkers are asked to stay to the right.
Both races start at 54 40 Brewery, travel on the street for less than ¼ mile, and then continue along the Captain William Clark Park Trail. The 5K turns around along the trail, while the 10K continues to a turnaround point at Washougal Waterfront Park. Both races finish at 54 40 Brewery. Flaggers will be stationed at key intersections, with directional signs, flags, and mile markers placed along the route.
Registration
Register online via RunSignUp and complete the required waiver. Race-day registration is available; electronic payment only (no cash or checks accepted).
Parking
Parking is limited to street parking, with potential access to nearby parking lots next to 54 40 Brewery. 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 packet pick-up will be available from 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM at:
54 40 Brewery
3801 S Truman St #1
Washougal, WA 98671
T-Shirts
Event T-shirts will be available for purchase for $20 (optional).
Water Stations
Water will be available at turn around points (mile 1.55 and mile 3.1), as well as at the start/finish area.
Food & Drinks
The Camas Lions have partnered with 54 40 Brewery / Kascadia Public House to offer food and beverages for purchase at the start/finish area.
Restrooms
Port-a-potties and 54 40 Brewery restrooms will be available at the start/finish area. Public park restrooms are also located along the route.
Sep 12, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$30.00
Sep 12, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
10:00
$50.00
Sep 12, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
10:15
$40.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Washougal.
Learn more about the host city, Washougal.
Washougal is a charming river community of 17000 people at the junction of the Washougal and Columbia Rivers in southwest Washington State. Visitors will find the cozy downtown a convenient launch for ample outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, kayaking, inner-tubing, mountain biking, motorsports, shooting-sports and more.
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