The DUCK WADDLE 5K race begins at east side of Estes Park Parking Structure. Each runner and walker will follow the scenic Lake Estes Trail counterclockwise to the finish line (west of the Lake Front Parking area on north side of Lake Estes). The DUCK WADDLE 5K foot race welcomes all abilities and those wanting to have a ton of fun at the festival! Strollers and friendly pets welcomed!

Run with us and you will automatically adopt a rubber Duck to float down the beautiful Fall River. The DUCK RACE is a major fundraiser for charities in Estes Park. With each Duck adoption, $23 will go towards a local charity of your choice. The Estes Park Running Club is one of those charity groups on the adoption form. Selecting the Estes Park Running Club will allow our group to receive funding and ability to disperse to local youth programs in Estes Park. You don’t have to RUN, to purchase a DUCK racer.

05-02-2026, 09:00 am - 12:00 pm