MANZANITA BEACH, OREGON
A wide expanse of hard-packed sand stretches from the cliffs of Neah-Kah-Nie Mountain south to Nehalem Bay Jetty. Cape Lookout to the south & Neah-Kah-Nie to the north provide a photoesque finish. Come see why so many are calling this "One of the most scenic runs in the region!" The race begins at the foot of the Laneda Avenue, that runs through the center of Manzanita, on the sandy shores of Manzanita Beach. Runners begin in a single start heading south towards Nehalem Bay Jetty. Runners will then change course and head back north towards a photoesque finish of Neahkahnie Mountain meeting the sands of Manzanita Beach. Mile markers and volunteers on course provide direction for runners on turn arounds as well as aid. There wil be music playing to pump runners up for their event as well as snacks afterwards for runners to refuel on. Awards for top finishers as well a raffle for prizes will be held afterwards.
Photos are FREE and available on our Facebook page after the event.
Course Records
John Hayes 17:10.0 2005 5k Run (Male)
Marcella Bosch 19:29.0 2007 5k Run (Female)
Ryan Pauling 32:52.0 2001 10k Run (Male)
Jenifer Compton 39:12.0 2003 10k Run (Female)
See Below for other activities in the Manzanita area.
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Registration fees
5k Run Closed
Online registration closed-
5k (3.1 Miles) Run (Competitive)
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$27.00Aug 5 – Sep 5
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$30.00Sep 5 – Jan 1
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$33.00Jan 1 – Mar 5
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$35.00Mar 5 – Jul 10
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5k Walk Closed
Online registration closed-
5k (3.1 Miles) Run (Non- Competitve)
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$27.00Aug 5 – Sep 5
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$30.00Sep 5 – Jan 1
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$33.00Jan 1 – Mar 5
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$35.00Mar 5 – Jul 10
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10k Run Closed
Online registration closed-
10k (6.2 Miles) Run (Competitve
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$27.00Aug 5 – Sep 5
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$30.00Sep 5 – Jan 1
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$33.00Jan 1 – Mar 5
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$35.00Mar 5 – Jul 10
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Awards & Prizes
Awards will be given after the majority of runners have finished for the following divisions. Note: If you do not recieve your award, we will mail them to the mailing:
- 5k Run Overall (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
- 10k Run Overall (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
- Male Age Groups (1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 )
- Female Age Groups (1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 )
Things to Know
- T-shirts are reserved for the first 300 registered participants.
- There is an additional $2.95 processing fee for registering online. This fee can be avoided by contacting us with the information at the bottom of the page and we can send you a registration form that you can print, fill out, mail in with cash or check. We will send you a registration confirmation email once payment has been recieved and registration information has been entered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the funds raised go towards?
Funds raised go to the North County Recreation District. This enables the District to purchase equipment, train staff, and purchase supplies. It is NCRD's continued mission to promote the educational, recreational, social and physical well-being of the entire north Tillamook County community by offering activities for all ages and abilities in an inviting environment.
Can I bring my dog to the event to participate?
Yes! Participants are more than welcome to bring their dog to the event. We ask that they remain on a leash, however.
Can I register the day of the event?
Yes, though the price will be an addtional $5 dollars bringing the total price for day of registration to $40. This will include your shirt (while supplies last), racing chip, bib, and snack aftewards as well as entry to our raffle during awards. You can register online til July 10, 2014 and save $5 dollars or stop by the North County Recreation District anytime before 8pm on July 11, 2013 and register as well.
Manzanita Area Activities
AROUND TOWN
Bikes and Boards - riding and surfing
Nehalem Bay State Park with horseback rentals
Coffee shops
Mother Nature’s Natural Foods
Spas: Spa Manzanita and Longevity
City Parks with tennis, basketball and hand ball courts, and play-ground equipment for kids
RESTAURANTS
Plenty to choose from around the bay....
IN WHEELER: The Tsunami Grill, The Rising Star Cafe;
IN NEHALEM: Wandas, The Bay Way, Pizza Garden, and The Bunkhouse;
IN MANZANITA: Marzanos Pizza, The Sand Dune Pub, The Great Northern Garlic Company, Terra Cotta Cafe, Ron’s Lighthouse, Bread and Ocean, El Mariachi Loco, The Big Wave,Left Coast Siesta, Vino Manzanita Wine Bar.
HIKING
Trails close by in Oswald West State Park, which is just 5 miles North of Manzanita. Hike to short Sands Beach at Smugglers Cove through Oswald West State Park or hike
South of Manzanita
You’ll find plenty to hold your interest between Manzanita andTillamook Oregon (43 miles south), sights and attractions like:
• Tillamook County Pioneer Museum
• Coast Guard Pier in Garibaldi Oregon
• Jetty Fishery
• Wheeler Marina
• Kayaking and Boating in the bays and rivers
• Antiquing in Wheeler Oregon
2 hours South
Chinook Winds Casino (Lincoln City) andSpirit Mountain Casino (Grand Ronde)
North of Manzanita
North along the coast to Astoria (38 miles north) you’ll find:
• Astoria’s Columbia River Maritime Museum
• Astoria Waterfront and Train Rides
• Cannon Beach - Shopping/Dining
Event schedule
- Fri, July 11, 2014 2:00 PM - Day Before Packet Pickup at Manzanita Grocery
- Sat, July 12, 2014 6:30 AM - Race Bib and Chip Pick-up
- Sat, July 12, 2014 8:50 AM - Participant Pep Talk
- Sat, July 12, 2014 9:00 AM - Event Start
- Sat, July 12, 2014 10:00 AM - Race Awards
- Sat, July 12, 2014 11:00 AM - Raffle Drawing
Contact information
- Event contact
- Jeremy R Hill - Race Director
- fitness@ncrdnehalem.org
- Phone
- +1 503-368-4595
- Website
- Visit website