{"product_id":"summit-9-8x13-walk-in-chicken-run","title":"Summit Walk-In Chicken Run for 10-12 Hens","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-lede\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummit is a run-first walk-in chicken enclosure, designed to add safe daytime space beside an existing roosting coop. Its 9.8 x 13.1 ft footprint makes the most sense for keepers wanting a proven metal run size without going oversized, especially where airflow, shade, and lockable access are the buying priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-tagline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecurity-lock bestseller footprint for 10-12 hens. Planned around 10-12 hens and a 9.8 x 13.1 ft footprint.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummit quick decision specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-quick-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest fit:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ekeepers wanting a proven metal run size without going oversized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-12 hens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFootprint:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.8 x 13.1 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight \/ profile:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary material:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003egalvanized steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-5 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips from our US warehouse by parcel or LTL depending on footprint.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-month warranty on frame and hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this model earns its spot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-features\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9.8 x 13.1 ft footprint for clearer yard planning before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun-only layout pairs with an existing roosting coop or separate hen house.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity-lock bestseller footprint for 10-12 hens for buyers comparing metal run footprints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCapacity and flock fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat 10-12 hens as a comfort planning range for active daytime movement. If hens will stay inside the run most of the day, favor the lower end of the range and keep water, shade, and dust-bath space available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePredator, weather, and daily care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummit is an outdoor run, so daily success depends on where it sits. Choose high ground, tension the roof cover after the first rain, and inspect gate latches weekly. In predator-heavy areas, budget for the ground apron at the same time as the run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAssembly, delivery, and support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan for \u003cstrong\u003e3-5 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before moving birds in. Ships from our US warehouse by parcel or LTL depending on footprint. We recommend checking box contents before assembly and contacting support with photos if any part arrives damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummit FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-faq\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDoes Summit include a sleeping coop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eNo. Summit is a walk-in run enclosure, so hens still need a dry roosting coop for nighttime shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow much room should I leave around the 9.8 x 13.1 ft footprint?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eLeave about 2 ft around the frame during assembly so panels, gate swing, and roof cover tension are easier to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat predator upgrade should I plan first?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eAdd an outward or buried hardware-cloth apron where digging predators are common. The gate and mesh help above ground; the base needs local predator planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-related\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/walk-in-chicken-runs\"\u003eWalk-In Chicken Runs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/walk-in-chicken-coops\"\u003eWalk-In Chicken Coops\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chicken-coop-accessories\"\u003eChicken Coop Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-enriched\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose the right walk-in chicken run\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicking the right walk-in chicken run comes down to four checks every keeper should\nmake before ordering: \u003cstrong\u003eflock size today and in 12 months\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n\u003cstrong\u003epredator pressure in your area\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eassembly time you\ncan realistically commit\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eclimate exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlock buffer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan capacity 25-30% above today's\n      flock — broody hens hatch chicks, friends offload pullets, you rescue\n      rehomed birds. A walk-in galvanized chicken run built for today's six laying hens\n      is at capacity within 18 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePredator profile.\u003c\/strong\u003e Raccoons and hawks are universal.\n      Foxes, coyotes, and dogs that dig need a hardware-cloth apron\n      extending 12 inches outward and buried 4 inches deep. Owls and\n      weasels test pop-doors at dawn — pair with an automatic chicken\n      coop door for hands-free dusk lockout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly realism.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most walk-in chicken runs ship flat-packed\n      and assemble in an afternoon with a cordless drill and basic\n      screws. Larger walk-in coops take a weekend; commercial-grade\n      builds take two days. Check the assembly time on each product\n      page before you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate match.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood insulates better in cold\n      winters. Galvanized metal handles wind, rain, and mites better\n      and resists rot in humid coastal climates. Both work — pick on\n      aesthetic and local weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePair Summit with the right accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery backyard chicken coop benefits from a few targeted upgrades. The most popular pairings with Summit are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/watchman-automatic-chicken-coop-door\"\u003eWatchman auto-door\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBrowse walk-in galvanized chicken runs by flock size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/small-chicken-coops\"\u003eSmall chicken coops\u003c\/a\u003e — 2 to 6 hens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/large-chicken-coops\"\u003eLarge chicken coops\u003c\/a\u003e — 10 to 15 hens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/extra-large-chicken-coops\"\u003eExtra large chicken coops\u003c\/a\u003e — 15+ hens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/walk-in-chicken-runs\"\u003eMore walk-in chicken runs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions about walk-in galvanized chicken runs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"rr-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the galvanized frame really rust-resist long-term?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eHot-dip galvanized steel is the industry standard for 10-15 years of outdoor exposure without rust. The PVC-coated mesh and the anti-UV waterproof cover extend the run's life further. Coastal salt-spray locations should rinse the frame quarterly with fresh water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"rr-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the anti-UV cover actually waterproof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the silver PE cover blocks 90%+ of UV and sheds rain. It is removable for summer ventilation. Heavy snow loads should be brushed off the cover during winter storms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"rr-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a walk-in metal run differ from a chicken coop?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA walk-in metal run is a secure outdoor enclosure — your hens live in it during the day and forage safely while you are at work. Most keepers pair it with a small wooden hen house inside for roosting and laying. See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/walk-in-chicken-coops\"\u003ewalk-in wooden coops\u003c\/a\u003e for a paired setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"rr-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it survive 60+ mph wind?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes when properly anchored. Every metal run ships with ground anchors; for wind zones, add 12-inch helical anchors at each corner and use ratchet straps over the cover during storm season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"rr-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I add a Watchman auto-door to a metal run?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/watchman-automatic-chicken-coop-door\"\u003eWatchman auto-door\u003c\/a\u003e mounts to the metal frame with universal brackets. Hands-free dusk lockout while your hens are inside an attached coop or sub-shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"rr-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big should my walk-in metal run be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003e10 sq ft of run space per standard hen, 6 sq ft for bantams. Match the footprint to your flock size — see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/large-chicken-coops\"\u003elarge\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/extra-large-chicken-coops\"\u003eextra large chicken coops\u003c\/a\u003e for sizing guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-footnote\"\u003eLooking for a quick comparison?\nSee our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/best-chicken-coops\"\u003ebest chicken coops\u003c\/a\u003e\nhero collection, or browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chicken-coops-for-sale\"\u003e\nchicken coops for sale\u003c\/a\u003e in the catalog. Ships from our US warehouse with\nfree shipping on most orders. US-based support if you have a question\nbefore or after assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roost N Run","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50652252897500,"sku":"RR-M11","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/6465\/0972\/files\/metal-chicken-coop-98x131x65-ft-large-walk-in-chicken-runs-with-cover-doom-roof-hen-house-enclosure-with-security-lock-outdoor-duck-rabbit-cage-poultry-pen-for-backyard-farm-yard_0bb33d07-6186-470e-a4a0-84527f491de7.jpg?v=1779872998","url":"https:\/\/www.roostnrun.com\/products\/summit-9-8x13-walk-in-chicken-run","provider":"Roost N Run","version":"1.0","type":"link"}