Bellingham Traverse

Bellingham Traverse

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Run, bike, and paddle through Bellingham’s scenic parks, winding trails, and open waterways, in this fun relay race adventure!

Compete as a soloist, tandem team or a team of five. The Bellingham Traverse is a a fun relay race that celebrates the journey of wild salmon. Families, friends and local companies form Chinook (solo), Coho (tandem) and CHUM (relay teams) to run, bike and paddle through Bellingham’s scenic parks, winding trails and open waterways.

09/15/2026

We owe heaps of gratitude to everyone who supported our first year hosting the Traverse. From our volunteer race committee and all the volunteers who showed up along the course to our sponsors and community partners, THANK YOU! It truly takes a village and we live in the best village.

If you are interested in joining us next year, we'd love to have your support. We are currently seeking a Title and Supporting Sponsor so if you or your business is interested, send us a DM or give us a call. We'd love to have you on board!

If you'd like to join us as a volunteer, get in touch and we'll add you to our volunteer list.

09/08/2026

Huge thanks to all of the racers who showed up for our first year hosting the Traverse, your support means the world to us! If you haven't already taken a few moments to complete the racer survey from our newsletter last week, we'd love your feedback. You can also email us directly or send us a DM.

We'll have a 2027 date set in the coming months and post it here. We hope to see you next year!

Photos from Bellingham Traverse's post 08/29/2026

It was so great to interact with so many of you tonight at packet pickup. Huge thanks to Trackside B**r Garden for hosting us and reserving a table for our Bay safety crew meeting!

If you didn't get a chance to pick up your packet this evening, we will open at 11 AM at Waypoint Park, right by the iconic acid ball. Paddle safety talk is at 11:30 and the race starts at 12 noon.

08/28/2026

Calling all volunteers! We need a handful of course ambassadors on Galbraith this Saturday from 1:00 - 4:00 for the Traverse. Come get a front row seat to this fun multisport relay race! Sign up today, https://bellinghamtraverse.com/

Events like this depend on community support, we'd love to have you!

08/27/2026

Traverse the Fun.

The Bellingham Traverse returns August 29, combining running, biking, paddling, and teamwork in a one-of-a-kind community adventure.

As a proud team sponsor, we're excited to support this event and welcome participants and spectators to enjoy all that Bellingham and Lynden have to offer.

Book your stay with us here: https://innatlynden.com

08/24/2026

It's officially race week if t-shirts are here!

Purchase yours at packet pickup on Friday between 4:30 - 6 or Saturday from 11 - 5 at Waypoint Park.

Unisex sizing in Ice Blue or Mad Orange, tech fabric, $20 each.

08/17/2026

Huge thanks to the Whatcom Mountain Biking Coalition — our Mountain Bike Leg Sponsor for the Bellingham Traverse!

From reviewing our course, to rallying volunteers, and sharing gear that will help make race day possible — is showing up for the Traverse in a big way. This event doesn't happen without partners like you.

Thank you for helping keep Bellingham's trails thriving through supporting events like ours!

08/14/2026

Don't forget: the Traverse has a FAMILY division for those of you looking for a unforgettable bonding experience!

We currently have two family teams registered, we'd love to see more. Racers must be 12 to compete, kids of all ages can join in the Team Trek from the Acid Ball to Kulshan Trackside.

Register today, less than three weeks to race day!

08/10/2026

CALL TO ACTION: Sign up to volunteer for the Bellingham Traverse on Saturday, August 29th.

We need volunteers at each transition, along the course, and at the start/finish line. Help us make this event safe, successful, and memorable for participants and spectators!

The event starts at noon, so sleep in, eat a full breakfast, take your dog for a walk, AND be part of this fun community event!

www.bellinghamtraverse.com > click Volunteer

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