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EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTY & INDUSTRY OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST
Runners will enjoy a unique vantage point while traversing the historic Lewis & Clark Bridge across the Columbia River during the Rainier to Longview 10k Bridge Run.
2026 EVENT DETAILS
Starting Location: Rainier City Park ~ Rainier, OR
Starting Time: 8:00 AM
Finish Location: Martin's Dock at Lake Sacajawea Park ~ Longview, WA
*Shuttle services available to the starting area from Longview and back to Rainier after event completion.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
10k Bridge Run Participant Registration
$45 Early (Sept 15 - Dec 31)
$55 Regular (Jan 1 - March 15)
$65 Late ( March 16 - April 17)
website: https://www.r2lbridgerun.com/
Registration Deadline: April 17, 2024
Children: Ages 10 & under FREE
with paid adult registration
*free child registration does not come with chip timing. If timing is desired, youth participants must register as a paid R2L 10k Bridge Run Participant
R2L 10K Bridge Run – A Scenic Challenge with a Cross-State Twist
The R2L 10K Bridge Run takes participants on a scenic journey from Rainier, Oregon, across the iconic Lewis and Clark Bridge, and into the heart of Longview, Washington. The course showcases sweeping river views, the unique experience of running over a major interstate bridge, and the local character of the communities along the way—before concluding with a strong finish at "the Gem of Longview", beautiful Lake Sacajawea Park.
With a single, confidence-building climb up the bridge, R2L offers a rewarding challenge paired with unmatched scenery. Whether you're a seasoned runner or tackling your first 10K, R2L delivers a memorable, well-supported experience packed with community spirit, natural beauty, and the thrill of connecting two states—one step at a time.
Longview Early Edition Rotary's Harvest Classic 2026
October 3, 2026
Helping our community since 1980.
Have fun while running or walking a beautiful course and raise funds and awareness to eliminate hunger in our community.
Race Info
The Harvest Classic offers a flat and fast course with scenic views of downtown and Lake Sacajawea. Come set a new PR and have fun while running or walking a beautiful course and raise funds and awareness to eliminate hunger in our community. Both the 5K and 10K are USA Track & Field-certified courses, so you know your PR, or your age group record, American Record or World Record (??!!) will be real. If you don't care about records, just come and have a good time.
Participants can use the RaceJoy application to learn about the city's history along the route. This year we have two special events.
Event details and schedule.
Packet Pick-up
Friday, October 2, 2026 - race packets can be picked-up from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the CAP Help Warehouse at 1526 Commerce Avenue, Longview. Or, you can pick up your packet on Saturday, October 3rd between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. at Life Works at 906 New York Street, Longview.
Race Day
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3rd, 2026 , AT LIFE WORKS, 906 NEW YORK STREET, LONGVIEW, Washington.
8:20 AM - High School Challenge 5 Kilometer Race (HS Cross Country Team battle for team plaques and individual ribbons. Teams sign up through Athletic.net: https://www.athletic.net/CrossCountry/meet/253682/info
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM 5 Kilometer (3.1 Miles) and 10 Kilometer (6.2 Miles) Run/Walk.
9:20 AM – ¼ Mile Pee Wee Fun Run – Free for kids ages 9 and under. The Child & Adolescent Clinic will have games and activities for the kids beginning at 8:30 AM The C&AC is the exclusive sponsor of the Pee Wee Fun Run and is the event organizer.
Parking: There is plenty of parking nearby.
Race Course. The Harvest Classic begins at the Life Works building at 906 New York Street in Longview. The course is flat and fast with scenic views of downtown and Lake Sacajawea.
5K - https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/1803585137
10K - https://www.mapmyrun.com/us/longview-wa/harvest-classic-10k-route-108566341
Timing Equipment. Athletic Timing uses Lynx timing equipment. RFID antennas capture your time using disposable chips that are fastened to the back of your racing bib. Take the chips home with you - you will not be asked to return the chips. Wear your bib on the upper chest to maximize the chip reads.
Weather is usually mild. Race time temperatures are likely to range from the low 40s to mid 50s.
Photos. A photographer will be on hand and will post Harvest Classic photos on-line. Please share photos of your run/walk on the Harvest Classic Facebook page.
USA Swimming Club. 59 members.