IOP Beach Run

Isle of Palms, United States • 19 Jul 2025

The IOP Beach Run is an annual event held on the flat, wide, hard-packed beach near low tide at Isle of Palms, South Carolina. It features multiple race options including 5K and 10K runs, a 5K walk, and youth fun runs for various age groups (100-yard for ages 4 and under, 1/2 mile for ages 5-8, and 1 mile for ages 9-14). The start and finish lines are located behind the Windjammer at 1008 Ocean Boulevard. The event offers awards for overall and age group winners, with ribbons for youth fun run finishers. Parking is available nearby, and the race is held rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k Run
5 km
5k Run
5 km
5k Walk
1/2 Mile Fun Run (age 5-8)
1 Mile Fun Run (age 9-14)
100 Yard Fun Run (age 4 & Under)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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