Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, Bay St, Beaufort SC
Saturday, June 6th, 2026
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Or Relay Option (Timed Event but No Awards Given).
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE WARDLE FAMILY YMCA'S LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM!
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.
All 3.2 Mile Race entrants must be checked-in by 7:15am. Check in begins at 6:00am. Please allow at least 15 minutes to check-in on race day!
Check in for the 1 Mile Swim starts at 6:30am. Please allow at least 15 minutes to check-in on race day!
Please note that the race course will be altered this year due to the closure of the waterfront area. You can sprint, you can jog, or you can walk this 5K and enjoy the scenery. The route will be slightly different than in previous years and notice will be given on race day regarding possible interruptions at the Woods Memorial Bridge.
Note that there is NO same day registration – registration ends Wednesday June 3, 2026 at 8:00pm EST.
Awards presentation will be held 2 hours after the swim start for swimmers and 2.5 hours after for swim/runners at the downtown marina parking lot area.
The Beaufort Search and Rescue Squadron will be providing the primary safety for our event. A fleet of kayakers and other safety vessels will monitor the course to ensure the swimmers' safety. Swimmers must follow directions of safety personnel. Please review swim course and running course prior to the event!
Entry Fee is non-refundable including in the event of inclement weather, water conditions or issues beyond our control. In the event of a cancellation, Beaufort Search & Rescue will make the final call.
For more details, visit the event page: Beaufort River Swim Event.
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