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Wagging Tails on the Trails 2027
- Date
- Saturday, February 6, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Fort. Pierce, Florida
- Entry fee
- From Free
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K No medal or shirt, Trail run/walk | 5K | Feb 6, 20278:00 AM | $25 | – |
| 5k Trail Run/ Walk | 5K | Feb 6, 20278:00 AM | $35 | – |
| 9K No medal or shirt, Trail run/walk | Other | Feb 6, 20278:00 AM | $30 | – |
| 9K Trail Run | Other | Feb 6, 20278:00 AM | $45 | – |
| Kids Puppy Dash | Kids | Feb 6, 20279:00 AM | Free | – |
| VirtualVirtual | – | Feb 6, 20278:45 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 5K No medal or shirt, Trail run/walk: $25 until Feb 6.
- 5k Trail Run/ Walk: $35 until Feb 6.
- 9K No medal or shirt, Trail run/walk: $30 until Feb 6.
- 9K Trail Run: $45 until Feb 6.
Online registration closes Feb 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 28 percent below a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $34.50 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Fort. Pierce runs 41:52, about 13:29 a mile, based on 14 races with published results. Women typically finish in 45:14 and men in 33:24.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:05 AM, and the 5K No medal or shirt, Trail run/walk starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 20 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
3375 N State Road-A1A, Fort. Pierce, FL 34949
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (3 years)5k Trail Run/ Walk
205
finishers
43:02
median (13:53 /mi)
20:50
winning time
68% / 32%
women / men
9K Trail Run
32
finishers
54:32
median (9:45 /mi)
27:08
winning time
47% / 53%
women / men
Aggregated from official results for Wagging Tails on the Trails. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Wagging Tails on the Trails?
At the 2026 5k Trail Run/ Walk, the fastest tenth finished in 28:20 or better, the top quarter in 31:53, and half the field in 43:02; the last tenth came in after 1:03:19.
At the 2026 9K Trail Run, the fastest tenth finished in 33:43 or better, the top quarter in 49:40, and half the field in 54:32; the last tenth came in after 1:12:14.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 32:02 | 25:21 |
| 20-29 | 38:18 | n/a |
| 30-39 | 26:58 | 26:31 |
| 40-49 | 27:10 | 29:53 |
| 50-59 | 32:24 | 28:36 |
| 60-69 | 29:05 | 31:29 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Up 88 percent since 2024.
126
2024
111
2025
237
2026
All events combined, from official results.
Wagging Tails on the Trails 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2026, the field went from 126 to 205 finishers, and the median time rose from 41:43 to 43:02.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 205 (+85%) | 43:02 | under 28:20 | 20:50 |
| 2025 | 111 (-12%) | 39:26 | under 27:41 | 20:18 |
| 2024 | 126 | 41:43 | under 27:15 | 19:53 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Florida 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 31:53, against 29:59 in a typical Florida 5K, so times here run 6 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around February 6 the day usually runs from 63°F at dawn to 74°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 15% of days. Cold snaps dip to 52°F and hot years reach 81°F.
Based on 65 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Wagging Tails on the Trails cover on their registration page, in brief.
Awards
Awards
Awards ceremony following the race. Overall male and female for the 5k and 9k. Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers in each category for the 5K. 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59…
Race details
- Where
- 3375 N State Road-A1A, Fort. Pierce, FL 34949Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 20 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids, Other
- Editions
- 2027 (Feb 6, 2027), 2026 (Feb 7, 2026), 2025 (Feb 1, 2025), 2024 (Feb 3, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Wagging Tails on the Trails?
- Saturday, February 6, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Feb 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Florida?
- At $25, entry is about 28 percent below a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $34.50 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids, Other.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 205 runners finished the 5k Trail Run/ Walk; the median finish was 43:02 and the winner ran 20:50.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 31:53, against 29:59 in a typical Florida 5K, so times here run 6 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- 3375 N State Road-A1A, Fort. Pierce, FL 34949.
From the organizers
Join us for the 4th Annual Wagging Tails on the Trails 5K & 9K, taking place at Pepper Park Riverside on Hutchinson Island on February 6, 2027. The race will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m.
Participants will experience a scenic loop course that winds through mangroves and coastal hammocks along the Indian River Lagoon, offering a unique and picturesque running environment.
Registration Includes:
Commemorative event T-shirt
Finisher medal
Entry to the 5K or 9K run/walk
Chip-timed race bib
Finish line treats for participating dogs
New this year: Option to upgrade to a long-sleeve shirt
Dog-Friendly Event: