Experience the glory of the Columbia River as you trek across the Astoria-Megler Bridge during this unique opportunity to walk/run across the bridge! This 10K offers a scenic adventure on a fairly flat road with one STEEP incline to the peak of the bridge. It is the longest continuous truss bridge in North America. Whether you're an experienced runner or looking for a family-friendly event, the Great Columbia Crossing 10K appeals to everyone. See you on the bridge!
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The Great Columbia Crossing 10K Run/Walk in Astoria, Oregon
SOLD OUT.
Registration for this year's event has reached our capacity of 3,500 participants. This year's race will be held October 13, 2024.
If you already registered but have not received a confirmation email, you can Confirm Your Registration HERE.
2024 Event Overview
See the Astoria-Megler Bridge from a whole new perspective!
This epic event gives participants once-a-year access to cross the longest continuous truss bridge in North America. Whether you’re an experienced runner or looking for a family-friendly event, the Great Columbia Crossing 10K appeals to everyone.
The 2024 race will cap at 3,500 in-person participants and there is no waitlist. Register early to guarantee your spot.
Race Date:Â Sunday, October 13, 2024
Start Time: 8:45 a.m.
Race Start Location: Dismal Nitch Rest Area, WA
All race participants are shuttled by bus to the starting area before 8 a.m.
Race Finish Location: Port of Astoria, OR
Course Map: CLICK HERE
Join our email list: CLICK HERE
2024 Event Shirt Design
Our event shirts are available as an add-on to your registration. This year's shirt will be purple.
The long sleeve shirt is available in our choice of 100% cotton or polyester. Click for size charts.
Sizes are listed on the registration form and we encourage you to pre-order your shirt, as our size selection is limited on race weekend.
Design by Delfina Acfalle
Delfina is a graphic design and advertising student at Grand Canyon University. She easily found a passion for creativity and art throughout the years. She enjoys painting and exploring different mediums when it comes to being off the computer. Even though she loves her classes and major, she loves coming home to Astoria and her pets in the summer. Learn more about her here.
Volunteer with the Event
From October 10 to 13, we have more than 100 volunteer shifts that we need to fill to ensure the Great Columbia Crossing 10K runs smoothly. Volunteer roles include packet pickup in the days leading up to the event and on Sunday shuttle helpers, finish line crew, race route monitors and more!
Want to help us out with this GREAT event? Click here to learn more and access signup.com to see what shifts are available.
Our Presenting Sponsor
Presented by the CMH-OHSU Health Cardiology Clinic.
We're proud to have them as a sponsor for the 2024 Great Columbia Crossing 10K run/walk.
About our Past Events
2023 Event At a Glance
Congratulations to all of you who participated in 2023. Thank you to all of our partner agencies and volunteers who make this a GREAT event!
The 2023 race sold out at 3,500 in-person participants.
Race Date:Â Sunday, October 8, 2023
Results:Â Congrats to our first place male and female finishers!
Nicholas Marty of Vader, WA (20) at 34:00.2
Bailee Krings of Forest Grove, OR (27) at 38:35.4
See full results provided by Eclectic EdgeÂ
Photos: View the photos from Evan Pilchik Photography here.
History of the Event
The Great Columbia Crossing 10K run/walk began in 1982.
Pedestrians are only allowed to cross the Astoria-Megler Bridge during this one event each year. Spanning the lower Columbia River from Washington to Oregon, the iconic Astoria-Megler Bridge is the longest continuous truss bridge in North America.
Click here to learn more about this event's past.
Make a weekend of it
Whether a local resident or traveling from outside of the area, we encourage you to make plans to visit our local shops, galleries, restaurants and more.
Spend the CLAM BUCKS
that you get with your event registration at participating merchants during the week of the event.
What are Clam Bucks?
Clam Bucks are wooden tokens worth $1 each. They can be spent just like cash. Each participant receives 5 Clam Bucks with their race bib.
We provide an additional 5 Clam Bucks to participants who have their packet mailed or choose to pick-up their packets on Thursday, October 5, or Friday, October 6, to help us reduce crowding at packet pick-up.
When can Clam Bucks be spent?
Clam Bucks are valid for a full week, starting on the first day of race packet pick-up, Thursday, October 5. The final day Clam Bucks can be spent is Wednesday, October 11. (Race day is on Sunday, October 8, 2023)
Where can Clam Bucks be spent?
Clam Bucks can be spent ONLY at participating Chamber member businesses. Businesses will be given a sign that shows that they accept clam bucks, too. Limit: 5 Clam Bucks per person, per business unless business allows otherwise. List of participating businesses will be posted nearer to the event.
Click here to see the list of locations!
This race is a fundraiser!
The Great Columbia Crossing 10K is a fundraiser for the Astoria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce, allowing us to continue hosting this event year after year. Additionally, the chamber gives back to the community by employing/hiring/utilizing chamber members and local businesses and by giving donations to area nonprofits in exchange for services provided during the event.
This really is a community-focused event!
Event photography provided by EP Events
CLICK HERE to browse the Great Columbia Crossing 10K race photo galleries.
Astoria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce President’s Circle Sponsors
Astoria Warrenton Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival:
co-presented by
Fred Meyer
Pacific Northwest Toyota Dealers Association
supporting sponsors:
NW Natural
Wauna Credit Union
Chamber Networking Meeting
Coffee Sponsor:
Chamber Annual Meeting & Banquet Presenting Sponsor:
Great Columbia Crossing Sponsor:
CMH-OHSU Health Cardiology Clinic
supporting sponsors:
Gimre's Shoes
North Coast Runners Supply
Coastal Family Health Center
Coast Auto Repair
Georgia Pacific
Natural Grocers
Wauna Credit Union
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Nonprofit Bootcamp Sponsor:
Chamber Business After Hours Sponsor: