Emerald Isle Marathon
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Emerald Isle Race Overview
The Emerald Isle running event takes place on the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. This annual event is organized to support the local community, with all race proceeds designated for the local Bike and Pedestrian Path as well as a local health-related charity. The courses are USATF-certified and sanctioned, with the full marathon serving as a Boston Qualifier.
The event offers three distinct road racing distances:
- Emerald Isle Marathon (26.2 Miles)
- Emerald Isle Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)
- Emerald Isle 5K (3.1 Miles)
The race is held at 101 Islander Drive in Emerald Isle. Participants run through coastal scenery characterized by sea breezes and ocean views. Registration for all three distances opens approximately one year before the event date, with fees varying based on the chosen distance. The marathon requires a registration fee of $100.00, while the half marathon and 5K are priced at $80.00 and $35.00 respectively. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
