Adult Individual Duathlon, Adult Relay Team Duathlon, Teen Individual Duathlon, Teen Relay Team Duathlon, Kid Individual Duathlon, Kid Relay Team Duathlon
The Wild River Dash takes place on August 22, 2026, in Boise, Idaho at 3206 W Pleasanton Ave. This duathlon offers two distance options: a 1-mile event and a 2-mile event, giving athletes flexibility based on their fitness level and schedule. The race starts at 9:00 AM, allowing participants to plan their pre-race routine and travel accordingly. Entry fees range from $30 to $95 depending on registration timing and distance selected. If you're traveling to Boise for this summer duathlon, budget accommodations near the venue to minimize your morning commute before the start.
From the Race Organizer
Join the Sixth Annual Wild River Dash hosted by Wild Hearts Idaho! This family-friendly, all ages, paddling and running duathlon race is all about having fun and celebrating women and everything outdoors! The course starts with a fun paddle out and back across Quinn’s Pond and ends with a beautiful 2-mile loop run on the Greenbelt. Register as an individual or as a relay team of two, with one person paddling and the other running. All proceeds from the race go directly towards breaking down transportation barriers for Wild Hearts Idaho's outdoor adventure programs, making sure every girl has safe and reliable transportation for every adventure! Fuel WHI's adventures by making a splash at the Wild River Dash! Be Wild, Go Wild! Wild River Dash Information: Time - 9:00am - 1:00pm. More information will be shared on your specific wave start time closer to race day! Pre-Race Announcement: 9:15am Kids Individual & Relay Teams: 9:30am Adult & Teen Individuals: 10:00am Adult & Teen Relay Teams: 10:15am Party till 1 Location - Esther Simplot Park. Race Participant Age Groups - Adults 18+, Teens 12-17, Kids 5-11! Packet pickup - Fleet Feet Meridian Grab Your Swag Y’all! All race participants and volunteers will receive awesome swag. Please be sure to have your personal kayaks, paddle boards or canoes properly tagged with an invasive species sticker. Don't have a kayak, paddle board or canoe? Hydus Board Tech will have paddleboards on hand for you to use and demo or contact Idaho River Sports after you've registered for the race to reserve your FREE rental! Adult and Teen Course: .5 mile Paddle across Quinn's Pond & 2 mile run on the Boise Greenbelt. Kid Course: .25 mile Paddle in Quinn's Pond and 1 mile around the end of Quinn's Pond and back. T-Shirts are live! Get your exclusive Wild River Dash from Sizzlak Industries here https://sizzlakindustries.com/
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 22.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Boise, ID.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Wild River Dash 2026 — Boise, ID takes place on August 22, 2026. The race is held in Boise, Idaho.
Where is Wild River Dash 2026 — Boise, ID held?
Wild River Dash 2026 — Boise, ID is held at 3206 W Pleasanton Ave in Boise, Idaho.
Where can I find hotels near Wild River Dash 2026 — Boise, ID?
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