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Carolina Beach State Park Trail Half & 5K

Saturday, December 30, 2023

Carolina Beach State Park | Carolina Beach, NC

THE RACE


The Carolina Beach State Park Trail Half Marathon & 5K is a trail race in Carolina Beach, NC.
With 13.1 and 3.1 mile courses, all levels of speed and ability are allotted an opportunity to race in one of the most unique setting in North Carolina.
Rolling pine laced single track along the coast, offers participants tons of interesting terrain to take-in while they put out max effort for unique prizes.
After the race, participants (21+) can enjoy one beer on the patio at the American Legion.
Schedule of Events

COUNTDOWN TO RACE DAY

RACE SWAG

BEANIE HATS
Participants can choose from a blue or army green/pink beanie. Our beanies are popular and go fast. 

FINISHER MEDALS
All Half Marathon & 5K finishers will receive one at the finish line!

BEER 

For participants 21+ years old from Bill's Brewing

THE COURSE

American Legion Post #129
1500 Bridge Barrier Rd.
Carolina Beach, NC 28428

A beautiful trail 13.1 and 3.1 run through a challenging and amazing trail system in the famous Carolina Beach State Park. These trails are made for running and we are excited to showcase the area’s only trail half marathon. This 1 loop course utilizes all the Carolina Beach State Park trails have to offer. You get to run along the shore with a breathtaking view, and then into the forest through amazing pine trees and right through a well maintained camp ground. 

CUTOFF FOR HALF MARATHON: 3.5 hours



Course Maps

AWARDS


5K Awards

Top 3 Overall, Male & Female
Top 3 in Age Groups, Male & Female:
12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Half Marathon Awards
Top 3 Overall, Male & Female
Top 3 in Age Groups, Male & Female:
19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

THE CAUSE



HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Friends of Pleasure Island State Parks is a non-profit organization designed to support and promote Carolina Beach State Park and Fort Fisher State Recreation Area.  A donation by the race and participants directly benefits Friends of Pleasure Island State Parks.
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Sponsors

Finish Line Supporters

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