Sledgehammer Beach Run

Sneads Ferry, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Event Details

The Sledgehammer Beach Run is held on the sand at North Topsail Beach, North Carolina. The event address is 2950 Island Drive, North Topsail Beach, NC.

Distances

The in-person event offers three race distances:

  • Sledgehammer Half Marathon Beach Run
  • Sledgehammer 10k Beach Run
  • Sledgehammer 5k Beach Run

Virtual options are also available for all three distances.

Event Background

The event is hosted by the Jacksonville-Onslow Sports Commission (JOSC), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. It is held in memory of Dr. E.B. Sledge, a Marine and World War II veteran, with the mission to honor his memory and that of all combat veterans. A portion of the race proceeds supports Semper Fi & America’s Fund, which assists wounded, ill, and injured service members and their families.

Course Information

All courses for the half marathon, 10k, and 5k are run entirely on the beach. There is a four-hour time limit for the half marathon; participants still on the course after this time will be disqualified for awards.

Additional Information

The event takes place rain or shine. Race t-shirts and other merchandise are available for separate purchase during registration, rather than being included in the entry fee. Items can be picked up with race packets or shipped for virtual participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Sledgehammer Half Marathon Beach Run
10 km
Sledgehammer 10k Beach Run
5 km
Sledgehammer 5k Beach Run
Sledgehammer 5k Virtual Race
Sledgehammer 10k Virtual Race
Sledgehammer Half Marathon Virtual Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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