Cape Fear Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm start, moderate wind
Runners will face temperatures starting at 69°F and rising to 70°F, with humidity at 67% and a dew point of 58°F. Moderate winds from the NNW at 16 mph, with gusts up to 24 mph, will be present. Runners are advised to start conservatively and stay hydrated to manage the warmer conditions.
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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
