Gulf Coast Grind
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Gulf Coast Grind
Gulf Coast Grind is a multi-distance running and rucking event held at Surfside Beach, Texas (3312 County Rd 257, Surfside Beach, TX 77541). The course runs along the water on hard-packed sand.
Distances offered:
- 50K
- Marathon (26.2M)
- Half-marathon (13.1M)
- 10K
- 5K
Runners may compete with or without a ruck. The field is capped at 400 participants. The event uses a 12-hour overall cutoff for finishers and does not allow distance drops during the race; distance changes must be completed in advance online or in person before race-week deadlines.
There are two full aid stations located at the start/finish area and at mile 5. Aid stations provide drinks (water, electrolyte mix, Gatorade), sodas, sweets, salty snacks, prepared items such as PB&Js and bean burrito rolls, fruit, and basic medical supplies. Organizers do not provide disposable cups at aid stations; participants are encouraged to use reusable cups, bottles, or hydration packs.
Drop bags are stored on a tarp at the main aid station and are transported to mile 5 at the start. Pacers are not permitted. All participants receive medals and race shirts; awards are given to top finishers by distance, ruck category, and masters 50+ with recognition for male, female, and non-binary competitors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
