Sledgehammer Beach Run

North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, United States

Apr, 2027 (TBD)

Half-marathon

Race Information

Take in the views and explore North Topsail Beach while running on the beach in either our Half Marathon, 10k or 5k. Jacksonville-Onslow Sports Commission is proud to present the "Sledgehammer Race Series" in memory of Dr. E. B. Sledge. The mission statement of the "Sledgehammer Race Series" is: To Honor the memory of Sledgehammer and All Combat Veterans." Sledge was a lifelong Marine who spent the remainder of his post war years coming to terms with what he and his fellow combatants experienced during World War II.

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Race Facts

Race Size: 100 - 500

Elevation: Fast and Flat

Course Type: Trail

Boston Qualifier: No

Kids Run: No

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