2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon
Westport's Run Like the Wind offers a unique half marathon with beach running and lighthouse views.
Race Date
Jul 12, 2026
Location
Westport, WA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, July 12, 2026
- Location
- Westport, Washington
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 164
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Run Like the Wind races in Westport, Washington, offer a distinctive coastal running experience with options for 5K, 10K, and a half marathon. Now in its fifth year, this event draws participants from across the region, with approximately 19% returning for subsequent races.
The half marathon course provides a true taste of the Pacific Northwest coast. Runners begin at the marina, passing the Fishermen's Memorial before heading onto the paved Westport Light Trail. The 10K runners will loop around the Westport Lighthouse, while the half marathoners venture further to experience 5.7 miles of running on the sand before returning to the marina. This unique blend of paved trail and beach running, coupled with ocean views, promises a memorable race day.
Organized by the Westport-Grayland Chamber of Commerce, the event aims to provide a fun, summery experience for all. All finishers receive a medal, and the long-sleeve t-shirt adds to the race-day swag. The typical race-day weather is mild, with temperatures ranging from 55-62°F and a notable 14 mph wind, living up to the event's name.
Race-provided description
Come and enjoy the 'Run Like the Wind' races in Westport, WA, by entering a 5K run/walk, a 10K run or a Half Marathon run on the scenic Westport Light Trail and beyond. Our courses are rolling and fairly flat. All the races will start at the marina, go down and around the Fishermen's Memorial and then head for the paved trail around Half Moon Bay and through Westhaven State Park. A little farther down the trail, the 5K folks will turn around and head back to the starting point. Those running the 10K will appreciate the ocean views as they continue south on the trail and then run around the Westport Lighthouse before returning to the marina. After running around the lighthouse, the Half Marathon participants will follow the signs to the beach where there will be 5.7 miles of running in the sand before returning to the marina. It's an event for everyone and truly a "wind-in-your-hair" experience! The Westport-Grayland Chamber of Commerce welcomes you and your family for summertime fun! Westport-Grayland Chamber of Commerce | Facebook Finisher's Medals for all who complete the run!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Start Location
Junk Queens/Tackle Box, Westport, WA, 98595
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Dirt Trail, Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
2 other maps for this race
Quality Score
5 years running
~27 finishers a year
small race — neutral
19% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 2 states
winner 1:38:31
typical high 62°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
55°
Afternoon (High)
62°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
85%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 164 finishers actually crossed the line across 5 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
164
Median time
2:17:27
Latest turnout
27
States
14
Turnout by year
2019–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon?
The 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon is held on Sunday, July 12, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Westport, Washington.
What distances does the 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles.
Is the 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
How many people run the 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 164 runners who have completed the 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon.
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