Coming up fast on March 16th is the first of three races in the Oregon Coast Trail Series, directed by our friends at Daybreak Racing. Siuslaw Dunes (pronounced sigh-YEW-slaw) will once again be in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area near Florence and will have a 50K, 20M, and 12K option. The race website describes the terrain as: a wild tapestry of coastal terrain, including ancient open sand dunes with “tree islands”, old growth rainforest, stream…
One of the great traditions of middle school and high school cross-country is the early-season destination race with a special gimmick. The unique feature could be a handicapped start with staggered waves based on predicted finish times, or it could be a race with a choice of two or three different courses of varying difficulty. The travel and the special character of these events provide a great bonding experience for teams just getting to know…
When the beach is your happy place and running is your hobby, then a race at the beach is part of a great weekend. And then add in the challenges of 10 miles on a bike and some swimming or paddling to score a perfect weekend. The Oregon Dunes Triathlon and Duathlon invites athletes to join in for one of their four race options on Saturday, June 10th. Participants chose from the Triathlon, Paddle Triathlon…
The Newport Resolution Run on Saturday, January 7, 2023 not only offers a 5k, 10k, and half marathon, but also ties a Polar Bear Plunge into the event. The half marathon starts first at 9am, followed by the shorter distances at 10am. You can view the courses here: the 5K and 10K are fast and flat, while the half marathon is a more challenging run, with a mix of pavement, singletrack trails, and gravel roads.…
The Oregon Coast is simply one of the greatest places on earth. No doubts. No discussions. And since we are Run Oregon, obviously we have to highlight races that take runners to this simply wonderful place. In the new Oregon Coast Trail Series, participants will be at the coast three times in 2022 (March, October, and November) exploring different trails and distances. Although participants can just sign up for one race…why not all three? RACE…
**GIVEN THE UNCERTAINTY OF THINGS DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PREVIEWING THIS RACE AS IF IT IS STILL OCCURRING . WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO FOLLOW THESE RACES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THEIR WEBSITES TO DETERMINE IF CHANGES ARE BEING MADE** The Oregon Coast hosts some amazing races. If you are looking for a run-cation, look no further than the Oregon Coast. It is the perfect getaway, featuring some of the best scenery…
Rainshadow Running’s Oregon Coast 50k & 30k event has been on my race bucket-list for quite awhile now and I’m happy to report that I was able to finally participate, running the 30k (technically 32k at 20.1 miles). I make no exaggeration when I say that this was one of the most beautiful and well-run races, and it’s an event that I absolutely intend on doing again in the future. October 13, 2019: Race morning…
Calling all Turkey Trotters…The Oregon Coast will be a fun destination for some great Turkey Trot races. This time of year, is such a great time to get out, enjoy the scenery and run off those calories from Thanksgiving. The Oregon Coast has some great options for running this time of year. The Newport Turkey Trot, The NCRD Turkey Trot Canned Food Drive in Manzanita, and The Turkey Trot Fun Run in Coos Bay. All…
If you have never been to Florence OR, here is a great reason to go. For those who have never been to Florence, I highly recommend taking a trip. Florence is a small city at the mouth of the Siuslaw River along the Oregon Coast. It is home to great running trails, Heceta Head Lighthouse, and a Historic Old Town District. This year on Saturday September 22nd, join fellow participants in the Florence Half Marathon. The…
There are a handful of Oregon races that every runner should run at least once, and the Prefontaine Memorial Run 10K in Coos Bay is near the top of the list! Named for legendary Oregon runner Steve Prefontaine, and taking place in his hometown on one of his favorite training routes, this race is a true classic! Besides the historical aura surrounding the event, the race itself is very well organized and a high-quality event…
