Sledgehammer Beach Run

Event Address

• Location: 2950 Island Drive
• City: North Topsail Beach, NC

Event Overview

• Experience: The beauty of North Topsail Beach while testing your endurance.
• Race Types: Featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K.
• Unique Challenge: This race takes place right on the sand, offering breathtaking views.
• Honoring Legacy: Hosted in memory of Dr. E.B. Sledge, a Marine and World War II veteran.

Support a Cause

• Mission: To honor the memory of Sledgehammer and all combat veterans.
• Dr. Sledge’s Legacy: Lifelong Marine who reflected on the sacrifices of his comrades.
• Charity: A portion of race proceeds supports Semper Fi & America's Fund.
• Benefit: Provides assistance to wounded, ill, and injured service members and their families.

Course Information

• Race Location: Half marathon, 10K & 5K courses are all on the beach.
• Cut Off Time: Half marathon cut off time is 4 hours.
• Disqualification: Anyone left on the course after the fourth hour will be picked up by a staff member.
• Awards Eligibility: Participants disqualified after cut-off will not be eligible for awards.

T-shirts

• Shirt Option: Keep race costs low by purchasing a shirt instead of it being included with registration.
• Availability: Items available for pickup with your packet or shipped for virtual participants.
• Variety: A range of items available to choose from in the race store.
• Registration: Make your selection upon registration.

Event Details

• Weather Policy: This is a rain or shine event.
• Organizer: This event is owned & operated by the Jacksonville-Onslow Sports Commission.
• Learn More: Visit www.playjosc.com.
• Race URL: For additional information visit Sledgehammer Beach Run.