Salmon Run Series 2026 — Soldotna, AK

Date
July 6, 2026
Location
Soldotna, AK
Venue
Tsalteshi Trails
Start Time
6:15 PM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $60.00
Events
Salmon Run Series (All Races - Save $15!), Salmon Run Series Week 1, Salmon Run Series Week 2, Salmon Run Series Week 3, Salmon Run Series Week 4, Salmon Run Series Week 5
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The Salmon Run Series 5K in Soldotna, Alaska starts at 6:15 PM, which means you can arrive in the afternoon and still have time to settle in before the race. Held at Tsalteshi Trails, this summer event takes place on July 6, 2026. Entry fees range from $15 to $60 depending on registration timing and options. Soldotna sits in south-central Alaska along the Kenai Peninsula, making it accessible for athletes traveling to compete in the region. The 5K distance is manageable for runners of various abilities, and the late start time offers a practical scheduling advantage for travelers.

From the Race Organizer
Come run with the salmon! Weekly 5K races & kids fun runs in July & August Mondays, July 6 - August 3, at 5:30pm at Tsalteshi Trails! Professional runner Allie Ostrander started Salmon Run Series as her Caring for the Kenai project in 2012. Allie’s incredible determination got this great race series started, and we are proud to host the Salmon Run Series today with the same spirit that Allie brought when she started it. With over 100 runners participating regularly, the Salmon Run Series has a central spot on the local running calendar with 5Ks and Fun Runs each Monday. Curious about what Allie is up to today? Follow her on Instagram or Twitter! Grab your running shoes and join us for the Salmon Run Series at Tsalteshi Trails! Check-in for the race begins at 5:30pm and ends at 6pm. The kids race will begin at 6pm, with the adults race following soon after at 6:15pm. Routes progress from weeks 1-4, getting harder each week, and week 5 is a repeat of week 1, to test your fitness! Train and stay active, and best of all, run for a good cause! For virtual runners: turn in your results by 10 AM the Thursday following the race to be included in the final race results for that week. Run Keeper, Strava, and most running apps acceptable. Only virtual runners who complete the actual race course will be included in the overall standings, other virtual runners will be included in a separate results list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Salmon Run Series 2026 — Soldotna, AK?

Salmon Run Series 2026 — Soldotna, AK takes place on July 6, 2026. The race is held in Soldotna, Alaska.

Where is Salmon Run Series 2026 — Soldotna, AK held?

Salmon Run Series 2026 — Soldotna, AK is held at Tsalteshi Trails in Soldotna, Alaska.

Where can I find hotels near Salmon Run Series 2026 — Soldotna, AK?

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