Fort Stevens State Park is one of my family’s favorite places to camp, and it’s near the mouth of the Columbia River and not too far from civilization. We love that it’s so close to Astoria, and you can’t beat running on the Oregon coast. It’s also an area that’s home to a terrific race, The 2021 Battle to the Pacific which offers a 5k, a 10k, and a Half Marathon on November 21st…
The 2019 Battle to the Pacific 5K/10K and half marathon events, hosted by Bivouac Racing, will once again be held in early November at Fort Stevens State Park (just outside Astoria) and there is so much to explore while you are there, including a shipwreck on the beach and a historic military area. On Sunday, November 3rd, participants will start and finish at Coffenbury Lake and will meander along the paved (and flat!) hiking and…
Welcome to the latest in the Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, too. If you’re in the know on a race that you think others need to check out, be sure to let us know with our contact form. Tell us what you love about…
Welcome to the latest in the Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, too. If you’re in the know on a race that you think others need to check out, be sure to let us know with our contact form. Tell us what you love about…
Fort Stevens State Park is located on the coast near Astoria and has long been one of my favorite places to camp. The 2018 Battle to the Pacific 5k/10k/Half Marathon is being held there on November 4th and there is so much to explore while you are there, including a shipwreck on the beach and a historic military area. Bib pip-up will occur the day before the race at Fort George Brewery, one of my…
Here’s what Run Oregon has been keeping an eye on this week. Remember, if you know a really cool small race, an important registration deadline, or other fun running news, please send it our way so we can share it with our readers! You probably already know about the ORRC 10k Series (seven 10k races for $150), but did you know they’ve also got a half marathon series? The five-race ORRC Half Marathon Series includes the…
My family loves to camp at Fort Stevens because it’s very close to Astoria and it’s also a really beautiful area with a lot of great trails for exploring. This year, the Battle to the Pacific 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon is on November 12th and it will be a great chance for you check out Fort Stevens yourself if you never have. The race begins and ends at Coffenbury Lake along flat, paved hiking…
Some of the most beautiful races I have run are those that are outside of towns and cities and set within nature. The 5th annual Battle to the Pacific races on November 6th, 2016, are run entirely within Fort Stevens State Park on the Oregon Coast near Hammond and Astoria. Participants can choose between the 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances.
2015 marks the 4th annual year for the Battle To The Pacific 5K, 10K and Half Marathon. This event takes place on November 1st through the picturesque hiking trails, paved bike trails and park paths through the Fort Stevens State Park. Hurry to take part in this coastal event sure to be full of autumn beauty, registration is capped at 150 participants. Start and finish will take place at Coffenbury Lake at Picnic area A…
