Fort Bragg Whale Run
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Fort Bragg Whale Run and Walk
The Fort Bragg Whale Run and Walk is scheduled for March 20, 2027, at the Fort Bragg Coast Trail South Entrance, Noyo Headlands Park, Main and Cypress Streets, Fort Bragg, California. The event includes multiple running and walking distances and follows portions of the coastal trail.
Distances and event types:
- Half marathon 13.1 miles, turnaround at MacKerricher State Park.
- 10K 10 kilometers, route passes Glass Beach and Pudding Creek Trestle.
- 5K 5 kilometers, out-and-back with a turnaround near Compass Rose.
- 5K Fun Walk 5 kilometers, follows the 5K runner route.
- Kiddie Race 400 m in three age groups: U5, U7, U10.
The course starts at Noyo Headlands Park and offers ocean and coastal trail views; organizers note the opportunity for whale sightings from the route. The event has drawn up to 800 participants in past editions and is organized by the local Soroptimist club.
Registration information from the organizer states registration opens October 30, 2026 and closes February 27, 2027. Published entry fees include $45 for most races, $35 for the 5K Fun Walk, and $10 for the Kiddie Race. Runners and walkers under 16 may enter any race division at a discounted rate at signup.
Dogs are not allowed mixed with runners due to insurance restrictions; dogs are permitted on leash on the trails before and after the event. Nearby town activities on the same weekend include a craft fair, guided whale viewing, clam chowder, beer and wine tasting, and live entertainment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
