Cape Fear Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm start, steady pace advised
Runners will face a starting temperature of 65°F, rising to 73°F by race end. Wind will be a light headwind at 9 mph, with gusts up to 21 mph. With humidity at 56%, it is advisable for runners to start conservatively and maintain hydration throughout to manage the rising temps.
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Race Info
With 26.2 and 13.1-mile race options, Cape Fear Marathon and Half Marathon takes place entirely on Bald Head Island and its car-free, one-lane-wide roads, plus a short but spectacular stretch on the beach around Cape Fear herself. The start and finish are located at Old Baldy, the oldest lighthouse in North Carolina, while another main checkpoint will be located at the Bald Head Island Conservancy, our local charitable partner. Source
