42nd Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot

The 42nd Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving Day tradition, attracting 11,000 runners, 7,000 volunteers and spectators to this charming, coastal city. Produced by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and presented by Dana Point Harbor Partners, this event includes scenic 5K and 10K courses, and a Kid’s 1-mile Gobble Wobble fun run. Ambitious runners can register for both (5K &10K races) to complete a 15K. The Dana Point Turkey Trot attracts world class competitors to recreational runners and walkers of all ages and is a perfect family-friendly event to kickoff the holiday season. Run the race before you stuff your face!

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the Dana Point Turkey Trot benefits two local nonprofit organizations: The Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group and the Pet Project Foundation. A portion of each runner’s registration fee goes towards each cause. The Dana Point Turkey Trot has donated over $500,000 since its inception!

• The Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group is an entirely volunteer based organization providing outreach and support for our wounded, families of our fallen, and active duty Marines, sailors and families of the 5th Marine Regiment at Camp Pendleton and Wounded Warrior Battalion West.
• The Pet Project Foundation is a rescue partner for the San Clemente-Dana Point Animal Shelter providing pro-humane care to lost and abandoned animals through compassion, responsibility, education and service.

The Dana Point Turkey Trot encourages costumes, including a contest with prizes. While you may not be the fastest runner, you could win Best Adult Costume, Best Child’s Costume, or Best Group Costume. Pick up your race packet in advance at the Health & Wellness Expo (11/27 & 11/28, race-day) featuring a wide variety of local and national vendors.

Register now and save! You may also register online and onsite at the Health & Wellness Expo on Wednesday, November 27th and on race day, Thursday, November 28th. Prices will increase as the race approaches. Visit TurkeyTrot.com for event details, registration, or to become a race volunteer.