Name: Manzanita Beach Walk & Run
Start: 2013-07-20T09:00:00-07:00
Location: Manzanita, OR

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.

**Course Records**
Name	Time	Year	Distance/ Gender
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.

Registration fees

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 )

Following participant awards there will be a raffle for random prizes. Note: You must be present to recieve prizes if your name is drawn.

Things to Know

T-shirts are reserved for the first 275 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

Q: What do the funds raised go towards?

A: 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.

Q: Can I bring my dog to the event to participate?
A: Yes! Participants are more than welcome to bring their dog to the event. We ask that they remain on a leash, however.

Q: Can I register the day of the event?
A: 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 18, 2013 and save $5 dollars or stop by the North County Recreation District anytime before 8pm on July 19th, 2013 and register as well.

Manzanita Area Activities

AROUND TOWN:

—Bikes and Boards - riding and surfing

—Nehalem Bay State Park with horseback rentals

—Oregon Coast Cyber Cafe

—Manzanita Library

—Cloud and Leaf Bookstore

—Coffee shops

—Mother Nature’s Natural Foods

—Spas: Spa Manzanita and The Parinamah Wellness Center

—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<a href="http://www.oregon.com/h