Homer Spit Run

Homer, Alaska, United States

Jun 27, 2026 - Saturday

10k, Half-marathon

Race Information

Homer Spit Run is Homer's oldest running race and starts near downtown and finishes at the scenic end of Homer's Spit on Kachemak Bay. The 10k is USATF certified, with much of the course on the Homer Spit Bike Path. Events have low entry fees and offer runners an event t-shirt and prizes/ medals to the top finishers.

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βœ… Multiple race options
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Race Facts

Race Size: 100 - 500

Elevation: Fast and Flat

Course Type: Road

Boston Qualifier: No

Kids Run: No

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