Parker Parks and Recreation Dash Across the Dam Father’s Day 5K

Dash Across the Dam Father’s Day 5K

Date: June 20, 2026
Time: 5K: 8 a.m.  
Location: Rueter-Hess Reservoir
5K Event Fee: Starts at $40* (plus processing fee)
Price increase on June 6, event-day walk-up registration will not be available.    

The Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series invites you to come out and celebrate dad (or anyone) and Dash Across the Dam 3.1 miles at the Rueter-Hess Reservoir for this fun filled 5K on a unpaved road-base course Father's Day weekend. Registered 5K participants receive a commemorative item, a delicious pancake breakfast, a race bib, and a post race beer (21+ Off-Site). Commemorative Finisher Medals are  available for purchase as an "add-on" during registration, and must be ordered by June 5.  

Extend your stay with a free and convenient post-race day pass (per car), available as an add-on during registration. This pass offers continued access to the premises (excluding personal watercraft and fishing) on race day. The day passes are provided by the car thus, spectators, families and runners traveling together may all participate but once you leave the premises you will not be able to re-enter.

Watercraft rentals are exclusively available through Surf'SUP. Walk-up watercraft rentals will also be available on event day. To ensure your post-race stay at the reservoir, remember to add the day pass to your registration. 

The overall male/female finishers, as well as the top three male/female finishers in each of the following divisions of the 5K will be awarded: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+.

This event is held rain, snow or shine. NO REFUNDS will be issued. Any proceeds from the event will benefit the Town of Parker Scholarship Program, which helps Parker families and/or individuals with limited financial resources participate in Town Recreation programs and facilities. 

Packet Pickup: Friday June 19, 3-7pm location TBD.  Event-day packet pickup will open at race site starting at 7 a.m.  

Father's Day Commemorative Item - Coming soon....

Is the race family friendly? 

Yes! Runners/walkers of all levels are welcome. The course is out and back on an unpaved soft-surface path.

Can I pick up my race packet before race day?

Packet pickup is HIGHLY encouraged the day before at RNK Running and Walking in Parker and you can pick up for friends and family. Race day packet pick up will begin one hour before the start of race.  

Are dogs allowed on the course?

Unfortunately no dogs are allowed on the property for this event. 

Are strollers allowed on the course?

Yes, please start towards the back of the race and always stay on the right to allow runners to pass safely.

If I can’t make the race, can I get a refund?

Unfortunately, all registrations are final no refunds will be issued. You can transfer your race entry to a friend or family member one day prior to the event.

What if it rains on race day do you cancel?

No, the event is held rain, snow or shine! 

Can I register on the day of the race?

No, registration will close at 7:00p.m. on Friday June 13.  

Will there be water stations on the course?

Yes, a water station will be located on the course and water will also be available at the start/finish line.

Where do I park?

Limited onsite parking will be available, we highly encourage participants to carpool due to limited parking spots. There is no street parking.

I got the Day Pass can I bring food and drinks?

Yes, the property is largely rugged and undeveloped. You can bring plenty of food and water (no alcohol) with you. Use the pack it in, pack it out rule and make sure all trash and debris is collected and disposed of properly.

Awards will be given to the top overall male and female finishers for the 5K, as well as the top THREE 5K finishers in each of the following age categories:
Male: 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Female: 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+