Event Overview

Welcome to the Perpetua Coast trail runs, set in the vibrant coastal village of Yachats, Oregon (say YAH-hots) and the Cape Perpetua National Scenic Area! The event features incredibly scenic 50K, 20 mile and half marathon courses with everything the Oregon Coast has to offer. From cozy beach town charm, rocky shoreline bluffs, sandy beaches, epic headland vistas and moss-draped old growth rainforest, the captivating sense of discovery at Perpetua Coast will keep you coming back for years to come.

From 2014-2021, this event was hosted as the Oregon Coast trail runs by our friends at Rainshadow Running. Since 2022, we are honored to carry on this scenic and beautiful event!

Background

Towering 800 feet over the Pacific Ocean, the Cape Perpetua headland is one of the highest viewpoints on the Oregon Coast, offering unmatched views of 70 miles of shoreline and 35 miles out to sea on clear days. From this high point, views of the Cape Perpetua Marine Reserve and Cape Perpetua Scenic Area’s rugged and rocky shore demonstrate the power of the ocean as it meets the coastal temperate rainforest, rich with diverse ecology and archeological significance.

Nestled between lush temperate rainforest and rhythmic Pacific surf, the village of Yachats derives its name from the native term Ya’Xaik (YAH-hike), commonly used to refer to the Yachats area and the band of native Alsea people who lived here. The Alsea called the Cape Perpetua area Halaqaik, the “uncovered place, open place or exposed place” because they maintained the area as open meadows through generations of cultural burning of encroaching forest. The more open meadows facilitated their hunting of elk, deer and other game.

Land Acknowledgement: We honor and recognize that we gather for this event on the traditional lands of the native Alsea peoples, who have been part of this landscape for at least 6,000 years, with Yachats and Cape Perpetua bearing much evidence of this rich history.

Oregon Coast Trail Series

Perpetua Coast is the third and final race in the Oregon Coast Trail Series! To learn more or participate in the OCT Series, head over to the info page HERE.

Registration

Laughs, smiles, hugs and high fives are free. The registration fee includes a beautiful, fully marked race course (by the Race Director), cool staging venue, parking, chip timing, live results, full service aid stations, medical support and communications, post race food and beverages, custom finisher awards, professional photography and several other essential services and requirements we don't need to mention. 

The registration fee does not include a race shirt, hat or other add-on sales. Please review the Daybreak Racing Cancellation Policy if you have questions about withdrawing from the race. 

Pro/Elite Runners

We reserve a limited number of entries for professional athletes. Email us if you earn all or some of your living racing on trails and have a competitive resumé.

Activity Schedule

Saturday, October 5, 2024

• 50K:

  • Check In: 7:00-7:45AM

  • Race Start: 8:00AM

  • Finish Line Cutoff: 5:00PM (see race page for on course cutoffs)

Sunday, October 6, 2024

• 20 Miler:

  • Check In - 7:00-7:45AM

  • Race Start - 8:00AM

  • Finish Line Cutoff - 2:00PM (see race page for on course cutoffs)

• Half Marathon:

  • Check In: 7:00-8:45AM

  • Shuttle Bus Departs: 9:00AM

  • Race Start: 9:30AM

  • Finish Line Cutoff: 2:00PM (see race page for on course cutoffs)

Event Sponsors

Getting Here

The event is staged at The Adobe Resort in Yachats, Oregon, approximately 25 miles south of Newport and 25 miles north of Florence.

ADDRESS: 1555 Hwy 101 N, Yachats, OR 97498

DRIVING: Approximate drive time to Yachats from the following cities:

• Portland: 3 hrs

• Eugene: 1.75 hrs

AIRPORTS: Nearest major airports are Eugene (EUG) or Portland (PDX).

Accommodations

Our featured lodging option is The Adobe Resort! Call 1-800-522-3623 to make your reservation and tell them "Daybreak Racing" sent you to get a discount. They also have pet-friendly rooms, so don't forget to ask about those if you want one.

There are several other lodging and camping options in Yachats as well.

Parking

All event parking is at The Adobe. Participants with lodging at The Adobe can park on site in the paved parking lot. Participants just day parking for the race will have designated space available on the grass area in front of The Adobe. Please arrive in single vehicles, as RV’s and long trailers take space away from others. Please carpool if possible.

Race Day!

Weather

Check the latest local weather HERE. October is generally one of the most pleasant times of the year on the Oregon Coast, however there’s always the fall season chance for many kinds of weather, including sun, clouds, strong winds, rain, fog… Hey, it’s the coast!

Sunrise/Sunset Info

• AM Twilight Starts: 6:45AM

• Sunrise: 7:15AM

• Sunset: 7:00PM

• PM Twilight Ends: 7:30PM

Bib Pickup

Race day check-in is required of all runners from 7:00am-7:50am on race day. Runners pick up their race bibs and swag at the Cape Perpetua Conference Room at The Adobe.

Post Race Celebration!

Stay and enjoy while we cheer on all the race finishers! A post race meal and beverages are available for all participants and volunteers at the finish line area. 

Awards

Every participant receives a custom award as they finish their race. A raffle of some awesome sponsor swag will be held while runners are out on the course! Prizes will be given to raffle winners as they finish their race.

General Info

Race Swag

Our race t-shirts and hats are from Territory Run Co., based in Portland, Oregon! The shirts are super cozy and casual with the race logo on the front. Race hats are made of soft and light moisture-wicking materials with the race logo. Race shirts and hats are not included in the race entry fee and must be picked up at race check-in, no exceptions. All unclaimed shirts will be sold on race day. 

Photography

We are proud to have James Holk taking all official event photography this year!

Pet/Dog Policy

Friendly, leashed dogs are allowed at the event staging area. Any disturbances will result in us reluctantly instructing pet owners to remove their dogs from the event premises for the remainder of the event.

Social Media

We post updates and photos and other race-related info on the Daybreak Racing Facebook page pretty often. Just hit the 'like' button to receive updates.

Training Plans

Get the training prep needed for a successful race from Andrew Miller Coaching! Andrew’s valuable training and coaching services will guide you on the path to success. 

Cancellations

See the Daybreak Racing Cancellation Policy.

This event is granted by a Special Use Permit through the Siuslaw National Forest, U.S. Forest Service as well as Oregon State Parks, Oregon Department of Transportation and private landowners. In accordance with Federal law, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.  The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.