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Swing the Gates

Swing the Gates is back for a fourth year!

This year will include the popular 10k Team Scavenger Hunt, and the classic 5k Fun Run.

Come hang out with an amazing community of nature lovers, runners, walkers, and their K-9 companions while exploring the beauty of Deception Pass State Park.

10K Team Scavenger Hunt

• Challenge yourself: Teams will set off along the trails to solve various challenges along the way which will help them uncover the racecourse as they go.
• Collaborate: Find three other people to join you at 9:00 AM on race day.
• Course details: This is a difficult course run primarily along unpaved trails within the park.
• Water and snacks: Plan to carry your own water and snacks as this is an unsupported 10K race.

5K Fun Run

• Start time: The 5K fun run will kick off at 10:00 AM.
• Course surface: The course will be run primarily on paved surfaces, however does include 400 ft elevation gain with a steep incline at the beginning of the race.
• Family-friendly: Strollers, small children, and dogs are welcome!
• Bring your own cup: The race aid station is cup-less again, so be sure to bring your own water bottle or cup.

Prices

• 10K Team Scavenger Hunt: $120.00 - The first participant will pay the initial fee and then all other teammates are free.
• 5K Fun Run: $30.
• Group Pricing: Groups of 10 or more registering for the 5K Fun Run receive 10% off each ticket.
• Parking: A Discover Pass is required to park in the lot for the race.

Schedule

• Friday, October 30: 4:00 – 7:00 PM: Early packet pickup at the Park’s admin office (41020 State Route 20, Oak Harbor, WA 98277)
• Saturday, October 31: 7:30 - 9:15 AM: Packet pickup
• 9:00 AM: 10K Team Scavenger Hunt
• 10:00 AM: 5K Fun Run starts

Prizes

The top three finishers of each race category in 5K Fun Run and the first place team in the 10K Scavenger Hunt will win a special prize!

Shirts

A long sleeve Swing the Gates race tech shirt is available for an additional fee of $20. Size guaranteed if registered by October 15th.

Volunteering

Volunteers are critical to make this race successful. If you are interested in volunteering, please email volunteer@deceptionpassfoundation.org to get more information.

Substitutions and Cancellations

Cancellation and Transfer Policies:
Refunds for ticket and merchandise prices will be given until 11:59 PM on March 9, 2024.

• Transfers: You may transfer your ticket to another person until March 28, 2024, without any additional fees.
• Weather policy: The race will be held rain or shine. However, full refunds will be issued if the event is cancelled due to inclement weather.
• Registration: Online registration closes at 12:00 PM on Friday, October 30, 2026.
• Parking requirement: A Discover Pass is required to park a vehicle in the park for the race.

For more information, visit the race page at Swing the Gates.