Moosehorn Ghost Run Half-Marathon and Relay

Special Notices

• Update Date: October 4th, 2025
• Event Status: The Ghost Run Half Marathon and Relay will continue as planned during the Federal Government Shutdown/Funding Lapse.
• Registration Status: Registration will reopen to the limited remaining spots available.
• Thank You: Thank you for your support and patience during this process.

Update

• Date: October 13th, 2025
• Event Capacity: The Ghost Run is now FULL. A waitlist has been opened for interested participants.
• Waitlist Notification: You will be notified by Runsignup to register if spots become available.
• Cancellation Notice: If you are unable to run for any reason, please let us know ASAP.

Event Description

The beauty of Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge awaits! Run 13.1 miles solo or as a relay with friends through the refuge access road system. Wildlife is abundant. Have your camera ready! Deer, Moose, Bear, Grouse, and many bird species could certainly be spotted. The course will take place all within the Moosehorn service road system! Car-free, dirt roads and possible wildlife encounters are features of this unique half-marathon.

Bold Coast Runners in partnership with Friends of Moosehorn are pleased to bring you the Annual Moosehorn Ghost Run on Sunday, October 26th, 2025.

​Learn more about Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge here.

Registration

• Opening Time: Registration opens at 7:00am on August 1st, 2025.
• Runner Cap: Capped at 100 runners across all events - sign up early.
• Half-Marathon Entry Fee: $35 - Early Bird entry $30 until September 1st.
• Relay Entry Fee: $26 per person - Early Bird entry $20 until September 1st.

Washington County youth (17 and under) should contact Bold Coast Runners (boldcoastrunners@gmail.com) about their Young Runners Program for free entry.

With your registration you'll receive ghost run swag, a well marked half-marathon, and our traditional pot-luck food afterwards. Awards will include Top 3 overall awards, 10 year age groups, relay awards, and Halloween-themed awards such as best costume, etc.

Distances

• Individual Half-Marathon: 13.1 miles
• Half-Marathon Relay: Teams of 2 or 3 people
• Divisions: Open and Youth (17 and under) Divisions

All race day activities take place outside at YCC building on Moosehorn Wildlife Refuge property. Use the following address for directions:

Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge
103 Headquarters Road Baring, ME 04666

Race Day Timeline

• Packet Pickup: 7am to 8:45am - Packet pickup only
• Early Start: 8:00am - Early start for runners and relay teams expecting to run 2:25:00 (11 min/mile) or longer.
• Race Start: 9:00am - Race start for Individual and Team half-marathon
• Awards Ceremony: 11:15am - approximate time.

Course Description

Click here to view course map PDF

Click here to view on MapmyRun

Course Time Limit: 3 hours and 30 minutes

The half-marathon course starts near the Refuge Headquarters building and meanders south through meadows and flowages. Keep your eyes open as you make your way! Wildlife might be cheering you on! The first of two road crossings take place at 3.8 miles. The first self-serve aid station is on the right as you enter the trail/Snare Meadow Road. This is also the first relay exchange point.

Relay Description

Teams of 2 or 3 can complete the 13.1-mile course.

• Leg 1: 4 miles - From start line to mile 4 just after Charlotte Road crossing onto Snare Meadow Road.
• Leg 2: 5.9 miles - From the Charlotte Rd and Snare Meadow Rd. intersection to the self-serve aid station opposite the Finish Line.
• Leg 3: 3.1 miles - From opposite the Finish Line a level 3 mile loop around Mile Bridge and Two Mile Meadow Roads and back past the Refuge Headquarters to the Finish!

Refer to the course map for exchange points. Runners are responsible for getting to the leg start location, which will be marked with a sign. All parked vehicles need to be fully off the road.

Early Start

Early start for runners and relay teams expecting to run 2:25:00 or longer. No one is required to take the early start.

Covid-19

We will comply with all guidance regarding COVID-19 as issued by the Federal and State governments. Runners must agree to not show up on the day if they think they might be sick or are self-isolating.

Event Link

For more information about the event, visit Moosehorn Ghost Run.