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St. Patricks Spring Fling Trail Run

March 20th, 2027


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Start Times 2027

Half Marathon Early start 9:30 for walkers or slower folks.

Please let us know the day of the event and we will place you on the list for early starters.

This is for runners not sure they can make it to mle 7.7 by 12:30pm


Regular starts

Half Marathon10 am

10K 10:15 am

5K 10:25 am


Half Marathon Cut off 12:30 pm Mile 7 at Aid Bravo


Packet Pickup opens after 8:00am

 


Volunteer for Parking or Registration and race for no charge. Sweep runners get an entry to the Marys Peak Trail Run

VOLUNTEER

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Early Registration  

Early Pricing before 1/2/27

Half $70.00

10K $60.00

5K 50.00 (Limited to 50 Runners)


Included a pint glass for all
Pizza in the woods after from Track Town Pizza


7.00 from every entry supports the Alsea Falls Trail System

REGISTER
  • Equal Podium and Awards
  • Womens Specific Apparel and Swag
  • Menstrual Products at Aid Stations
  • Women on the Start line
  • Pregnancy and postpartum policy

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Packet Pickup at Alsea Falls Recreation area 10 miles west from Alpine, OR via S.Fork RD

On site after 8am at the Fall Creek Trail head at Alsea Falls. 


Please arrive at least 45 minutes before your scheduled start and drive slow through the yellow gate at Fall Creek Trail Head, Alsea Falls recreation area.


Register the day of the event!

Sign up in the am before 10am


See Google Venue Map Below

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AWARDS

Custom awards will be presented to the top 3 finishers in each category:


11:30 5K

12 pm 10K

1 pm Half


Please know that if you are late in finishing, we will make sure to award you as well if you are in the top 3.


Champion awards include custom Pint glasses for age group top 3 in 2026.


Additionally, the overall winners top 3 (all age groups combined) of the 1/2 and 10K and 5K races will receive free entry to next year's event if they sign up by January 1


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Ready Set Go for adventure for the St Patricks Spring Fling Trail Run

 

Changing the name and shifting the date gives the event a great new "luck of the Irish" energy! Since March 20th is the Spring Equinox, you’re perfectly blending the luck of St. Paddy’s with the official start of spring.

Here is some refreshed website copy to help you announce the rebrand.

☘️ A New Legend Begins: The St. Patrick's Spring Fling

Same Trails. New Date. More Luck.

We’re shaking things up! To celebrate the changing of the seasons and the spirit of the Emerald Isle, the race you love is officially moving and evolving. Mark your calendars for March 20, 2027, as we debut the St. Patrick's Spring Fling Trail Run.

Why the Change?

We wanted to combine the fresh energy of the first day of spring with the festive vibes of St. Patrick’s Day. By moving the date to March 20th, we’re guaranteeing a celebration that’s equal parts grit and green.


Sign up and wear your best green like the pic below!

A person is running on a trail in the woods.

FAQ's

  • 5K split

    At 1.9 miles, the 5K split sign will be present for only 5 K runners to take a left turn

     


  • 2. Cut off Half Only Mile 7

    12:30 pm Aid Bravo mile 7 for the Half Marathon. We have only had 2% or so not make this cut-off over the years. If you want an early 9:30 start simply put yourself on the list at check in and packet pickup

  • 3. Course Markings

    Pink arrows will guide you! Orange and Red Striped Ribbons will also be placed with multiple ribbons on the side of the turns. Also, we have placed Yellow X NO Signs on warning you of. The wrong direction in some instances. 

  • 4. The Start

    Wave starts starting at 10: am with the Half, Followed by the 10K, and last but not least, the 5K

  • 5. The Finish

    Awards 3 deep starting at noon. After finishing back where you started but inside the trail, relax with a beverage and some pizza after 11:45 am. If you have to leave early, no worries, we can grab your award for you. 

  • 6. Danger

    Half Marathon Road Crossing miles 4 and 7! We schedule a Certified flag to manage this crossing. Even with this, please use your best judgment to cross safely. 

  • 7. Trail Sisters Approved

    We support women and the policies that Trail Sisters has designed for your next run! Check out the event policies page for more information.LINK

    - Equal Podiums & Awards

    - Women's Specific Apparel & Swag

    - Menstrual Products at Aid Stations

    - Women On the Starting Line or call ups

    - Pregnancy & Postpoartum Policy


Saturdays Staging  

Packet Pickup and 

START TIMES

Packet Pickcup opens at 8:00:am

Alsea Falls 

FALL CREEK TRAILHEAD South side between the Campground and Day Use area. 


YES you can sign up the day of the event before 10am


Half Marathon Early start 9:30am for walkers or slower folks

Regular starts

Half Marathon 10:am

10K 10:15am 5K 10:25am

 

WHATS INCLUDED  

Well marked course 

1 aid stations with support 


Custom Alsea Falls Pint glass for all who enter plus goodies pre-packaged after the finish. 

Where is Alsea Falls?

10 Miles west of Alpine on S.Fork Rd. 

Search for the Alsea Falls Recreation area and give yourself extra drive time. Access also from the west via Alsea Deadwood HWY and S Fork Rd as well if coming from the Pacific.

FIELD LIMITS

250 for the Half and 10K 

5K limited to 50 runners

Aid Station

Carry calories and water. 


Make sure you are physically fit enough to run your distance. 

Hammer Nutrition Heed will be placed in your packets as well as other calories to get you to the finish line


We have plenty of water, green snacks and food to get you over the hills of Alsea Falls

Awards and Thank you! 

We could not provide this event without your support. 

7.00 from all entries support the trail system.


Custom Glassware for top 3 in all 10 year age groups We will have these on site, so please pick up if you know you did well.  . 


Updated 2/1/2024

Overall Champion Awards for the  10K and Half Marathon in 2024

GOOGLE VENUE MAP

UPCOMING EVENTS 

A man is running on a trail in the mountains.
A man is running on a bridge with the number 211 on his shirt.
A person is running down a trail in the woods.