Birch Bay Road Race

APR

3

2027

Seaside road races of 5K, 15K and 30K around Birch Bay with wildlife views, aid stations on the longer courses and a Club Challenge for organized teams.

Sat 3 Apr 2027

Blaine, Washington

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30 kilometers 15 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Birch Bay Road Race

Birch Bay Road Race is a seaside road running event in Birch Bay, WA, offering three distances.

5K
15K
30K

The courses run along the shores of Birch Bay near the Canadian border, with views of water and local wildlife such as eagles and herons. The 5K has no aid stations. The 15K has aid stations at approximately 1.75, 3.75, 5.5 and 7.5 miles. The 30K has aid stations at approximately 1.75, 3.75, 5.5, 7.5, 9.5, 11, 13, 15 and 16.5 miles. Aid stations are stocked with water, GU gels and Tailwind electrolyte drink. Orca races are cupless, so participants are asked to carry a handheld, use a hydration pack, or pick up a small reusable folding cup at the start.

Event facilities include porta-potties at the start and finish areas and at several points on the course, plus free gear check. Participants receive a custom bib, a participant shirt, free downloadable race photos and a finisher medal. Awards are given to the top three overall male, female and non-binary finishers and by five year age groups; awards must be picked up on race day.

The race hosts a Club Challenge open to organized Canadian and US running clubs for the 15K and 30K, and it benefits the Blaine High School Booster Club. Start and finish are located at North Bay Community Church with parking at Birch Bay Water Slides and nearby neighborhood overflow. Semiahmoo Resort & Spa is listed as the hospitality sponsor. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.