Run with Heart 5K

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT

Location: Stevenson, WA; 1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, 98648
Featured distance: 5K
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run a unique 5K on private golf cart paths with Columbia River Gorge views, all while supporting local families in need.

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Who it's for

For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course

Join the Run with Heart 5K in Stevenson, WA, a meaningful event supporting Operation Warm Heart's energy assistance program for local families. This unique race takes you on paved golf cart paths around Skamania Lodge, offering stunning views of the Columbia River Gorge. It's an inclusive experience for runners, walkers, and families, with youth participating for free. Your participation directly helps neighbors in need, making this a truly impactful way to give back while enjoying a beautiful course.

What to expect

Experience a 5K on paved golf cart paths, typically closed to pedestrians.
Enjoy scenic views of the Columbia River Gorge and Skamania Lodge grounds.
Participate with the whole family, including walkers, and youth 18 and under run free.

Standout details

Run on private golf cart paths
Stunning Columbia River Gorge views
100% proceeds to Operation Warm Heart
Youth 18 and under run free

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The course

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From the organizer

Come run for a good cause! Participate in the Run with Heart 5k and support Operation Warm Heart, a program that provides essential home energy assistance to individuals and families in our community experiencing financial difficulties.

Presented by Skamania PUD, The Columbia Gorge Running Club, and Skamania Lodge, this 5k race will start and finish at the Riverview Pavilion at Skamania Lodge and loop around the grounds on paved golf cart paths. This is a unique opportunity to run on golf cart paths that are generally not open to pedestrians. You will enjoy some amazing views of the Columbia River Gorge while making your way around the lovely grounds at the Lodge, have an opportunity to win great prizes donated by Skamania Lodge, all while helping raise funds for those in need. 100% of race proceeds and additional donations will go to Operation Warm Heart for residents in Skamania County.

Registration is $25 (Youth 18 and younger are FREE) with an option to donate more for the cause. The event is open to runners, walkers, and the whole family!

Race starts at 9 am. Check-in will be available starting at the Riverview Pavilion at 8 am. Course map

Let's come together! Whether you're an avid runner or just looking for a meaningful way to give back, the Run with Heart offers the perfect opportunity to help our neighbors in need.

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