Portland Bridge Swim
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About the Race
Portland Bridge Swim: Sellwood Bridge to St. Johns Bridge Sunday July 12, 2026 Ultramarathon-Distance Open Water Event Hosted by Portland Bridge Swim LOCATION & COURSE: The course is approximately 11 miles (17 km) on the east side of the Willamette River through downtown Portland, Oregon. The swim will start at Sellwood Riverfront Park (SE 7th Av. & Miller St.) south of the Sellwood Bridge, pass under all 12 of Portland’s bridges on the Willamette River, and finish at Cathedral Park (N. Ediso...
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How hard is the Portland Bridge Swim Ultra?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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