The Back Porch Jetty Run

JAN

3

2026

Run along Destin's white sand beaches at the 9th Annual Back Porch Jetty Run on January 3, 2026. This scenic 5.8 mile out and back starts at the Back Porch Seafood and Oyster House and raises funds for the restaurant's resident cats.

Sat 3 Jan 2026

Destin, Florida

Registration

6 miles

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The Back Porch Jetty Run : January 3, 2026

The Back Porch Jetty Run takes place on Saturday, January 3, 2026, in Destin, FL. The event is listed as the 9th Annual edition and is organized around an out-and-back beach course that begins and ends at the Back Porch Seafood & Oyster House, located at 1740 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541. The route runs from the Back Porch to the Destin Jetties and returns to the start.

Course, distance and proceeds

The course runs along the white sand beaches of Destin. The advertised distance is 5.8 miles on the beach. The exact distance may vary slightly depending on where participants run in the sand. Proceeds from the race will be donated to support the cats at the Back Porch.

Entry information

The listed entry price for the event is $30. The entry fee increases after December 24, 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

6 mi

5.8 Miles on the Beach