Reach the Beach Relay
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About the race
Reach the Beach Relay takes place September 17-18, 2027, and runs from the White Mountains to Hampton Beach on the New Hampshire seacoast. The route covers approximately 200+/- miles and passes through Lake Winnipesaukee and several New England small towns.
Teams can enter in several formats:
- Standard Team 12 person (min 7) 36 legs 2 days 200+/- miles
- Ultra Team 6 person (min 4) 36 legs 2 days 200+/- miles
- Sprint Team 6 person (min 4) 12 legs 1 day 60+/- miles
- Sprint Ultra Team 3 person (min 2) 12 legs 1 day 60+/- miles
Standard and Ultra teams start in the White Mountains. Sprint and Sprint Ultra teams start at Bear Brook State Park. All distances finish at Hampton Beach State Park. Closest airports listed are Boston Logan Airport and Manchester Boston Regional Airport with multihour ground travel to the start and shorter drives to the finish.
Event amenities include a finish area beach party and beer garden, finisher medals and team T shirts, a long sleeve quarter zip pullover for each team captain, and a complimentary meal at the finish. Typical September temperatures range from about 65°F to 78°F during the day, with nighttime temperatures possibly falling into the 40°F to 50°F range. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.