Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, Bay St, Beaufort SC
Saturday, June 6th, 2026
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE WARDLE FAMILY YMCA'S LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM!
If you are interested in sponsoring or donating to the 2026 Beaufort River Swim, please contact Perri Flaherty at p.flaherty@wardleflamilyymca.org or (843) 379-1365.
Our 3.2-mile course is the unique estuary called the Beaufort River, starting at the Safe Harbor Port Royal Landing Marina, winding around the curve, and finishing at the day dock, adjacent to the Beaufort Waterfront Park, with spectators watching the finish line. The course is approximately 3.2 miles swimming with the tide. The water temp is mild to warm, usually mid 70's. The surface wave conditions range from calm to choppy at times depending upon the weather. Our 1-mile course follows this same path, but begins at the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Dock. Both swims finish at the same location.
Please note that the race course will be altered this year due to the closure of the waterfront area. You can sprint, jog, or walk this 5K and enjoy the scenery. The route will be slightly different than in previous years. Runners will exit the transition zone over to the brick path behind the buildings and finish under the arch in the parking lot.
Note that there is NO same-day registration – registration ends Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 8:00 PM EST.
Awards presentation will be held 2 hours after the swim start for swimmers and 2.5 hours after the swim start for swim/runners at the downtown marina parking lot area.
The Beaufort Search and Rescue Squadron will provide primary safety for our event. Please review the swim and running course prior to the event!
Entry Fee is non-refundable including in the event of inclement weather or issues beyond our control. Swimmers will still be able to pick up their race bags in the event of a cancellation.
For more details, visit Beaufort River Swim.
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