Rip City Runners
A resource for all Portland-based run clubs
Rip City Runners
We acknowledge that the land on which we run is the seized territory of the Cowlitz & Clackamas tribes. As you spend your time on roads and trails, we ask you to think about the names of the places, and how the contemporary names represent colonial history with no reference to the Indigenous heritage of the land. As runners, it is our responsibility to help change this.
We recognize the positive impact that physical fitness can have on mental health. Therefore, we encourage all running clubs in Portland to make intentional efforts to foster spaces of inclusion and belonging, especially for individuals who come from marginalized communities.
Monday Run Clubs
Club Name: Portland Running Company x No Name Trail Club
About: Voted Best Running Store in Portland 2015-2022
Distance: 5-9 Miles
When: Monday 6:00 PM
Where: Portland Running Co 2258 NW Raleigh St, Portland, OR 97210
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Thunder Thighs Track Club
About: Track workouts and speed practices, all levels.
Distance: Speed work, Distance varies.
When: Monday 6:30 PM
Where: Duniway Track (but sometimes other places) 2815 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97201
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Trail Sisters
About: Trail Sisters was created to constitute for an equitable outdoors both recreationally and throughout the industry. Female voice and representation are essential in the future of our outdoors, impacting the role we play both on and off the trails. No one left behind. The group will match your pace, even if you have to walk sometimes.
Distance: Mileage varies
When: Monday 6:30 PM
Where: Forest Park, Thurman Entrance 4100 NW Leif Erikson Dr, Portland, OR 97210
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Lez Run
About: Affinity space of the PDX Frontrunners: Run/Walk for Women, Femme, Trans, & Non Binary Folks.
Distance: 1.5 Mile + 5K options when meeting in Sellwood. 2.5 and 5 miles when meeting in Forest Park.
When: Every other Monday 6:30 PM
Where: Varying Locations between Sellwood and Forest Park
Cost: Free
Link: https://www.instagram.com/lezrunportland/
Tuesday Run Clubs
Club Name: Cowgill PDX
About: Herd of trail runners connecting the community while embracing that grazing lifestyle
Distance: 6-10 miles
When: Tuesday 5:30 AM
Where: Mt. Tabor Stairs 6738 Mt Tabor, Portland OR 97215
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Bridgetown Run Club
About: Morning run with a dynamic warmup, and a mobility and strength circuit, guided by a USATF coach and Physical Therapist
Distance: 4-5 Miles
When: Tuesday 5:45 AM (warm up starts at 5:30 AM)
Where: Bridgetown PT NW 1800 NW Upshur St, Suite 150, Portland, OR 97209
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: West Coast Speed Shop
About: A Portland based coaching program devoted to fostering growth in the sport of distance running.
Distance: Track workout, distance varies
When: Tuesday 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Where: Duniway Track 2815 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97201
Cost: Sliding scale monthly membership based on income. Try out 2 workouts before joining.
WebsiteClub Name: Kenton/Portsmouth Run Club
About: Just a casual, friendly neighborhood run, everyone's welcome! The pace is usually about 9 min. /mile and the route is a 3.5-mile loop, south along the Willamette Bluff.
Distance: 3.5 Miles
When: Tuesday 5:30 PM
Where: Columbia Pool, 7701 N Chautauqua Blvd · Portland, OR
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Team Athena
About: Support, inspire, and empower woman runners in pursuit of reaching their full potential. Women-identifying people are welcome.
Distance: Track workout, distance varies.
When: Tuesday 5:45 PM
Where: Duniway Track, 2815 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97201
Cost: $175 annual membership, but folks are welcome to check out three workouts before joining
WebsiteClub Name: Portland Frontrunners
About: A running & walking club for the LGBTQIA+ community in Portland
Distance: 5-6 miles
When: Tuesday 6:00 PM
Where: Duniway Track 2815 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97201
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Rock N' Run Portland
About: A club for running, rock climbing, and beers. In that order.
Distance: 2-4 Miles
When: Tuesday 6:00 PM
Where: Movement Gym 1405 NW 14th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Rose City Run Club
About: We run the Rose City! Join us for a fun run - multiple distance options + all paces welcome!
Distance: 2-4 Miles
When: Tuesday 6:00 PM
Where: Various locations, but mainly Oakshire Brewing 5013 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR 97218
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Run TRG
About: A fully supported running club for those in or seeking recovery
Distance: Track workout, distance varies.
When: Tuesday 6:00 PM
Where: Duniway Track 2815 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97201
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Team Red Lizard
About: Promoting the running community by offering training, racing, social activities, and social events to inspire and help athletes achieve their fitness goals and serve the greater community.
Distance: Track workout, distance varies
When: Tuesday 6:00 PM (step off is 6:15 PM)
Where: Duniway Track 2815 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97201
Cost: $30 annually. Visit website for membership benefits.
WebsiteClub Name: Portland Running Company
About: Voted Best Running Store in Portland 2015–2022
Distance: Interval Workout
When: Tuesday at 6:15 PM
Where: Duniway Track 2815 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97201
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Trail Factor
About: Portland-area based Trail Running Group
Distance: 4, 6, 8 miles
When: Tuesday 6:15 PM
Where: Lief Erickson gate 4040-4098 NW Thurman St, Portland, OR 97210
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Northwest Trail Runners
About: Come join us for a run out on the trails! We have regular Tuesday and Saturday runs, as well as occasional adventure runs, holiday runs, and trail work parties. We love meeting new people and building community.
Distance: 5-7 Miles
When: Tuesday 6:30 PM
Where: Usually Forest Park, but sometimes the Gorge, Vancouver, Washougal, & the Coast
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Deadstock Run Club
About: Honestly, we just run and kick it.
Distance: 1.5 mile walk route, 2.5 & 4.5 mile run routes. Always on the Waterfront.
When: Tuesday 7:00 PM
Where: Deadstock Coffee 408 NW Couch St Suite 408, Portland, OR 97209
Cost: Free
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Wednesday Run Clubs
Club Name: November Project
About: We are November Project Portland – keeping PDX weird with #FreeFitness since 2016 #JustShowUp
Distance: Distance varies, includes bodyweight movements
When: Wednesday 6:29 AM
Where: Salmon Street Fountain 1000 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Go The Distance
About: GTD is a non-profit organization working to provide the tools and space for people to incorporate movement and community into their recovery journey. All sober runners and allies are welcome to attend these bi-weekly alumni runs.
Distance: 4.2 miles, or adjusted distance to fit your speed & ability
When: Wednesday 5:30 PM
Where: Japanese American Historical Plaza, NW Couch St & NW Naito Pkwy, Portland OR 97209
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: On Store Run Club
About: Try ""On"" (pun intended) demo shoes, work up a good sweat, and most importantly...have fun!
Distance: 3-5 Miles
When: Wednesday 6:00 PM
Where: On Portland Store 529 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Trail Mixed Collective PDX WOC Trail Running Club
About: This group is for BIPOC runners that are also femme-identifying, including cis, trans-women, and non-binary.
Distance: Distance: 4-5 miles. Shorter distance and hike options offered as well
When: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays
Where: 1st Wednesday 6:00 PM: Forest Park (Leif Erickson / Thurman Trailhead
3rd Wednesday 6:00 PM: Mt Tabor Park
Cost: Free, but need to RSVP
WebsiteClub Name: FoPo Run Club
About: We run, imbibe, and rep SE PDX!
Distance: 3-4 miles
When: Wednesday 6:30 PM
Where: FoPo Tavern 5902 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR 97206
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: NoPo Run Club
About: A social running group for all ages & abilities
Distance: 5k/10k
When: Wednesday 6:30 PM
Where: Rotating locations
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Portland Run Club aka Run & Chug!
About: Our group is pretty simple - we like to run and have fun!
Distance: 4 miles
When: Wednesday 7:00 PM
Where: Varying locations
Cost: Free
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Thursday Run Clubs
ON A BREAK UNTIL SPRING
Club Name: Early Crow Run Crew
About: For those early risers, we got something for you. Easy pace (10:00-13:00) for a solid recovery run.
Distance: 3 miles
When: Thursday 6:45 AM
Where: Puff Coffee 2816 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97214
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Foot Traffic x Oregon Road Runners Collab
About: Go By Foot
Distance: 3-6 miles
When: Thursday 5:45 PM
Where: Foot Traffic 1260 SE Lambert St Portland, OR 97202
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Team Red Lizard
About: Promoting the running community by offering training, racing, social activities, and social events to inspire and help athletes achieve their fitness goals and serve the greater community.
Distance: 6-7 miles
When: Thursday 6:00 PM
Where: Near Goose Hollow Inn at the corner of SW 19th Ave & SW Madison St
Cost: $30 annually. Visit website for membership benefits.
WebsiteClub Name: Wy'east Wolfpack
About: Getting people moving in Portland, Oregon and beyond since 2012
Distance: 2.5 & 7 miles
When: Thursday 6:00 PM
Where: Start location varies
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Run Away Club
About: Whether you're a practiced pro, a rusty runner, or brand new to the sport, all are welcome!
Distance: 5k or walk/run ~2 miles
When: Thursday 6:30 PM
Where: Away Days Brewing Co 1516 SE 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Sasquatch TC
About: We are a track club dedicated to bring out the sasquatch out of our athletes and our community!
Distance: 6 miles
When: Thursday 6:30 PM (early extra miles at 6:00 PM)
Where: Rogue Brewery 928 SE 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 87214
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: The No Name Hash House Harriers
About: A Drinking Club with a Running Problem
Distance: 3-5 Miles
When: Thursday 6:45 PM
Where: Varying locations
Cost: $5
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Friday Run Clubs
Club Name: Rose City Track Club
About: Non-profit run club offering structured environment for athletes looking to take their training to the next level
Distance: 4 & 6 miles
When: Friday 7:00 AM
Where: Rotating coffee shops
Cost: Free on Fridays. $30/month for additional workouts & perks.
WebsiteClub Name: Bird Dog Movement Club
About: Running, jogging, & walking club, welcome to all.
Distance: 3.18 Miles
When: Friday 9:00 AM
Where: La Pigeon 738 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97214
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Run TRG
About: A fully supported running club for those in or seeking recovery
Distance: 5-6 miles
When: Friday 6:00 PM
Where: Leif Erickson trailhead 4198-4100 NW Leif Erickson Dr, Portland, OR 97210
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Team Red Lizard
About: Promoting the running community by offering training, racing, social activities, and social events to inspire and help athletes achieve their fitness goals and serve the greater community.
Distance: Track workout, distance varies.
When: Friday 6:00 PM (step off is 6:15 PM)
Where: Duniway Track 2815 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97201
Cost: $30 annually. Visit website for membership benefits.
WebsiteClub Name: SlowPo Runners
About: Are you injured and need a slower running group? Just starting out and intimidated? Tired of not being able to keep up with group runs and getting left behind? Then this group is for you!
Distance: 5k
When: Friday 6:30 PM
Where: Mt Tabor at the SE Salmon Street Entrance, Portland, OR 97215
Cost: Free
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Saturday Run Clubs
Club Name: Run TRG
About: A fully supported running club for those in or seeking recovery
Distance: 5-6 miles
When: Saturday 8:00 AM
Where: Mt. Tabor - near dog park on Lincoln 2219 SE 68th Ave, Portland, OR 97215
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: West Coast Speed Shop
About: A Portland based coaching program devoted to fostering growth in the sport of distance running.
Distance: 8-20 miles, based on training program
When: Saturday, varies between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM
Where: Varies
Cost: Sliding scale monthly membership based on income. Try out 2 workouts before joining.
WebsiteClub Name: Portland Frontrunners
About: A running & walking club for the LGBTQIA+ community in Portland
Distance: 4-6 miles
When: Saturday 9:00 AM
Where: Vera Katz Statue SE Water Ave &, SE Main St, Portland, OR 97239
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Portland Stumprunners
About: Running PDX Since November 27th, 2012
Distance: Various distances
When: Saturday 9:00 AM
Where: NW 24th Ave & NW Thurman St, Portland, OR 97210
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Portland Trail Runners
About: Portland Trail Runners is a beginner friendly running group that meets every Saturday morning in and around the Portland area.
Distance: 5-6 Miles
When: Saturday 9:00 AM
Where: Varying locations.
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Sasquatch TC
About: We are a track club dedicated to bring out the sasquatch out of our athletes and our community!
Distance: Various distances
When: Saturday at 9:00 AM
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Team Red Lizard
About: Promoting the running community by offering training, racing, social activities, and social events to inspire and help athletes achieve their fitness goals and serve the greater community.
Distance: Track workout, distance varies.
When: Saturday 9:00 AM
Where: Duniway Track 2815 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97201
Cost: $30 annually. Visit website for membership benefits.
WebsiteClub Name: Mikkeller Run Club
About: A social running club that meets at rotating breweries and taprooms.
Distance: 5k
When: Usually the 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM, but check Instagram for updates
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Northwest Trail Runners
About: Come join us for a run out on the trails! We have regular Tuesday and Saturday runs, as well as occasional adventure runs, holiday runs, and trail work parties. We love meeting new people and building community.
Distance: 5-7 Miles
When: Saturday 9:00 AM
Where: Usually Forest Park, but sometimes the Gorge, Vancouver, Washougal, & the Coast
Cost: Free
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Sunday Run Clubs
Club Name: Team Red Lizard
About: Promoting the running community by offering training, racing, social activities, and social events to inspire and help athletes achieve their fitness goals and serve the greater community.
Distance: 10-12 miles
When: Sunday 9:00 AM
Where: Location varies
Cost: $30 annually. Visit website for membership benefits.
WebsiteClub Name: Portland Masters Track and Field
About: Promoting the sport of track and field, with emphasis on competition for athletes 30 years of age and older
Distance: Track workout, distance varies
When: Sunday 9:30 AM
Where: Location Varies
Cost: $30 annually
WebsiteClub Name: Portland Frontrunners
About: A running & walking club for the LGBTQIA+ community in Portland
Distance: 3-7 miles
When: Sunday 10:00 AM
Where: Forest Park 3931 NW Gordon St, Portland, OR 97210
Cost: Free
WebsiteClub Name: Go The Distance
About: GTD is a non-profit organization working to provide the tools and space for people to incorporate movement and community into their recovery journey. All sober runners and allies are welcome to attend these bi-weekly alumni runs.
Distance: 4.2 miles, or adjusted distance to fit your speed & ability
When: Sunday 11:30 AM
Where: Japanese American Historical Plaza, NW Couch St & NW Naito Pkwy, Portland OR 97209
Cost: Free
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