Birch Bay Road Race
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Birch Bay Road Race
Birch Bay Road Race is a seaside event held April 11, 2026 in the village of Birch Bay near the Canadian border. The event offers three distances and courses run along the shores of Birch Bay with views of wildlife such as eagles and herons. The start and finish are located at North Bay Community Church.
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 15K
- 30K
Aid stations are provided on the 15K and 30K courses with water, GU gels, and Tailwind electrolyte drink; approximate mile markers for 15K are 1.75, 3.75, 5.5, and 7.5 miles. The 30K course has additional aid station stops listed in the race information. The 5K course has no aid stations on course but food and drink are available after the finish. Portable restrooms are placed every 2 to 3 miles and at the start and finish areas.
The event is conducted as cupless to reduce waste; participants are encouraged to use a handheld bottle, a hydration pack, or a small reusable cup. A Club Challenge ranks organized clubs using the top five age group finishes for 15K and 30K. Overall awards are based on gun time for top three male, female, and non binary finishers; age group awards are in five year increments and must be picked up at the race. Participants receive a custom bib, shirt, and finisher medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
