16th Annual Round the Bay Relay and Ultra - 36.8 Mile ULTRA
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Distance
36.8 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
🏃♂️ The 16th Annual Round the Bay Relay & Ultra — December 27, 2026 Join us on December 27, 2026, for the 16th Annual Round the Bay Relay & Ultra — a Gulf Coast tradition that challenges runners with a stunning loop around the Choctawhatchee Bay. The course features six unofficial legs through Destin, Bluewater Bay, Niceville, Valparaiso, Shalimar, and Fort Walton Beach, taking runners across seven bridges, nine hills, four bayous, and one unforgettable bay. Whether you're running the relay with friends or taking on the ultra solo, this event delivers scenery, grit, and camaraderie from start to finish.
Typical conditions
For events around December 2026 in Fort Walton Beach, FL, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.
How to prepare
Ultra distances need longer training blocks, fueling practice, and gear that matches the course type listed by the organizer. Always verify elevation, aid stations, and cutoffs on the official page.
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This event is listed in Fort Walton Beach, FL, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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