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Monster Dash

Carolina Beach, United States • 17 Oct 2026

Monster Dash

Monster Dash is scheduled for October 17, 2026, at Carolina Beach State Park in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. The event takes place at Carolina Beach State Park, 1010 State Park Rd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428.

The event is a 5K trail run held within the state park. It is organized under the name Monster Dash and presented as a trail running event rather than a road race. The stated purpose is to commemorate Great Trails State Day and to raise money for young runners.

Entry information shown for the event lists a price of $25. Additional event details include a public event page and a contact form for questions directed to the race director. Maps and directions point to the state park location.

The description focuses on a single timed-distance trail run, its charitable aim for youth running, and its setting inside a state park. No specific start or finish times are included here. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Carolina Beach

Race information

Registration
5 km
5k Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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