Course
Start and finish at 2950 Island Drive, North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, with a shuttle from Beach Access #31. All three distances are run on beach sand as out-and-backs along the shore. The half marathon carries a four-hour cutoff for awards.
Key dates
- ✓Entries openedMon 21 Sep 2026
- ★Race dayFri 26 Mar 2027
About
Experience the beauty of North Topsail Beach while testing your endurance in the Sledgehammer Beach Run—featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. This unique race takes place right on the sand, offering both breathtaking views and a rewarding challenge.
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