Cape Fear Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm start, headwind challenge
Runners will face a warm start at 67°F, climbing to 71°F. A steady headwind at 22 mph will provide challenges throughout the race. With humidity at 67%, pacing adjustments are recommended; starting conservatively may be wise. A light layer may be beneficial during pre-race as the feels-like temperature could drop slightly.
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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
