The 38th Annual Whale Run & Walk for 2026!
Fort Bragg, Ca is a small, picturesque city on the Pacific Ocean, nestled between sandy beaches and the redwood forest. We are the home of the world famous Glass Beach! Every year there is a huge Whale Festival on the 3rd weekend of March, and Saturday morning the Whale Run kicks it off! After the Whale Run there are events all over town, including a craft fair; guided whale viewing; clam chowder, beer and wine tasting, entertainment, and music everywhere. See the www.whalerun.org for more information and interesting facts about whales.
The local Soroptimist clubs have been holding this race for 38 years, with up to 800 runners participating on a beautiful day on the Mendocino Coast. The ocean and trails are as magnificent as ever and we know you will love the views and all the festivities in town on race day. All runners, walkers, and spectators will enjoy breathtaking whitewater ocean views (including whales) along this year’s new course starting at the Noyo Headlands Park (Cypress Street) on the Coastal Trail in Fort Bragg, CA
Here are the events you can sign up for:
There are multiple race age divisions. Note: under 16 run/walkers may enter any race division for a discounted rate at signup.
DOGS: We love dogs, but the insurance won't let us add them mixed with runners. You are welcome to walk your dog on the trails before and after the race (on leash). There's a dog park by the swim center on Lincoln and Maple, and there's a dog beach at the end of north harbor drive.
FAQ's: Click Here to go to the race website and find answers to commonly asked questions about the race.
Mar 20, 2027
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:30
$45.00
Mar 20, 2027
Distance — 400m
Type — Running
07:45
$10.00
Mar 20, 2027
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:00
$45.00
Mar 20, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$35.00
Mar 20, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$45.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Fort Bragg.
Learn more about the host city, Fort Bragg.
Fort Bragg is an isolated town of 7,000 people (2020) on California's North Coast. It serves as the economic hub of the area despite the demise of its historic logging and fishing industries at the end of the 20th century.
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