Badwater Cape Fear

Southport, United States • 21 Mar 2026

Badwater Cape Fear is an ultra running event held on Bald Head Island, North Carolina, featuring two race distances: 50 kilometers and 51.4 miles. The race begins with a 12-mile warm-up on the island's car-free roads and maritime forest trails, followed by either one or two out-and-back runs along the wild, secluded sandy beach between Cape Fear and Fort Fisher. The course offers stunning views of the Atlantic Seaboard, including Frying Pan Shoals and the Cape Fear River marshlands. Known for its natural beauty and challenging terrain, the event provides a unique coastal ultra experience and is considered a perfect complement to the desert-based Badwater races on the West Coast. The race supports the Bald Head Island Conservancy and encourages participants to enjoy the island’s charm and nearby vacation spots. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

51 mi
51.4-Mile Race
50 km
50km Race
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