5K Run One Mile Walk Free Kids Run
Presented by Oregon City Schools Foundation

The Oregon Trail® Game 5K

2026
Saturday, May 23rd — End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
Timed

5K Run

An interactive run through Oregon City's historic landmarks. Make decisions along the trail that determine your fate.

Timed

One Mile Walk

The same Oregon Trail game experience with decisions and game scoring at the finish.

Free

Kids Fun Run

Ages 11 and under. Starts at 9:00 AM with Oregon Trail game activities and prizes.

Kids Fun Run

Free Ages 11 & Under Untimed

The Kids Fun Run includes Oregon Trail game activities and free prizes. Meet at the race start, 1726 Washington St, Oregon City, from 7:45–8:45 AM to participate. The run begins at 9:00 AM.

Younger Group (Age 6 & Under) Approximately 100 yards
Older Group (Ages 7–11) Approximately 200 yards

Based on the 1980s classic computer game, The Oregon Trail®, runners and walkers are taken on an interactive journey where they'll make decisions as if they were traveling from Missouri to Oregon. Will you float or ford the river—or die of dysentery along the way? Each decision you make along the trail will determine your ultimate fate.

This one-of-a-kind event celebrates Oregon City's heritage, encourages an active lifestyle, and supports our local schools. Grab your pioneer bonnet and get ready to survive the journey!

In addition to a timed score, runners and walkers will recieve a game outcome based on the decisions they make throughout the race.
Included in the registration fee is an "End of the Oregon Trail" event shirt as long as you are signed up before May 1st.

Course Highlights

Start and end at the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
Run past the iconic 100-year-old Municipal Elevator
Challenging 223-step stair climb alongside Singer Hill Falls
Beautiful views of the Willamette River and Willamette Falls
Run through the historic McLoughlin neighborhood past Carnegie Library, McLoughlin House, and Barclay House

Race Routes

5K Race Route Map
5K Route
1 Mile Walk Route Map
1 Mile Route
Supporting Oregon City Schools
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This year’s run take place on Saturday, May 23rd, 2026!

2025 Race Day Hightlights

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