Fort Ebey Kettles Trail Run
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Fort Ebey Kettles Trail Run
This one-day trail running event takes place on February 20, 2027 at Fort Ebey State Park on Whidbey Island, Washington. Courses run on mostly rolling forest trails that wind through kettle depressions and include a stretch on a bluff-top trail with waterfront views.
Distances:
- 5 km : single clockwise loop in the western park, about 660 feet elevation gain
- 10 km : single clockwise loop in the western park, about 1,320 feet elevation gain
- Half Marathon : extends into the eastern forest, about 2,800 feet elevation gain
- Marathon : completes the half marathon loop twice, about 5,550 feet elevation gain
Trail surfaces are described as generally smoother than typical Northwest trails, with sections of gentle flow and tighter twists and turns. Aid stations provide water, electrolyte drink, and a variety of carbohydrate or salty foods; they are present on the 10k, half marathon, and marathon courses at specified mileages. The 5k course has no aid stations.
Parking at Fort Ebey requires a Discover Pass; one-day pay station passes cost $11.50 and an annual pass is $50. Parking without a pass can result in a $100 ticket. Camping at Fort Ebey is not open in February. The event is USATF sanctioned and dogs are not allowed on the course. Participants are responsible for their own safety and should follow trail etiquette and local rules for passing and headphone use. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
