Hamster Endurance Runs
Bellingham, United States • 1 Aug 2026
Hamster Endurance Runs - Bellingham, WA
Hamster Endurance Runs is a timed endurance event held Saturday, August 1, 2026, in Bellingham, Washington, at the Lake Padden area near 4882 Samish Way. Runners complete repeated laps on a measured loop to accumulate distance within their chosen time category.
The course is a 2.6 mile loop on a wide, non-technical gravel path with about 150 feet elevation gain per loop. The route passes through Pacific Northwest forest terrain and is suitable for continuous lap running.
Available time categories:
- 32 hour
- 24 hour
- 12 hour
- 6 hour
An aid station staffed by experienced volunteers supports runners on course. Runners who reach 100 miles within their time category receive a belt buckle. Entry fees include a donation to the Whatcom Family YMCA Scholarship Fund, supporting programs such as Girls On the Run.
The event is organized by Walla Trails & Community, an organization formed to continue this event that began in 2013. Registration closes Wednesday, July 29 at 11:59 PM PT. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.