Monument Mile Race - OTD 2025

Oregon Trail Day Monument Mile Race

The Monument Mile is a new event created to kick off the Oregon Trail Days weekend celebration. It will replace the Don Childs Run that was normally held Friday morning. The intent is to have a run that will promote community involvement and increase participant numbers. Whether you are a serious runner or you just want to participate in the celebration, we have a category for you. 

Projected route: Start near the corner of 10th and N St, run North to U street, turn left and run one block to 11th St, turn left and run South to the finish near the Gering Civic Plaza. 

Check-in: 6pm near the corner of 10th and N St. 

Categories will be run in the following order: Recreational, Competitive, Fun.