The Badwater Cape Fear is an extreme ultramarathon that pushes the limits of endurance on the unique terrain of Bald Head Island, North Carolina. This challenging event offers two primary distances: a 50-kilometer (31-mile) race and an even more demanding 51.4-mile (82-kilometer) ultra. Runners face a diverse course that begins with a 12-mile section on car-free roads and maritime forest trails, followed by a significant portion – either 19 or 38 miles – on wild, secluded sandy beaches between Cape Fear and Fort Fisher. It's renowned for its breathtaking coastal scenery, with views of the Frying Pan Shoals and the Cape Fear River marshlands, providing an unparalleled test of physical and mental fortitude in a truly spectacular setting.
Races
82.6 km
50 km
The Badwater Cape Fear 51.4mi is an extreme ultramarathon that challenges runners with a demanding 51.4-mile (82km) course on Bald Head Island, North Carolina. This iconic race is renowned for its significant mileage spent on wild, secluded sandy beaches, offering a unique blend of coastal beauty and formidable terrain.
The Badwater Cape Fear 50km race takes place on Bald Head Island, North Carolina. It features a twelve-mile warm-up on car-free roads and maritime forest trails, followed by 19 miles of running on the wild and secluded sandy beach between Cape Fear and Fort Fisher. The race offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Seaboard and the Cape Fear River marshlands.
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FAQs
What is the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
How long is the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
Where does the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
How can I prepare for the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
The Badwater Cape Fear 51.4mi is an extreme ultramarathon that challenges runners with a demanding 51.4-mile (82km) course on Bald Head Island, North Carolina. This iconic race is renowned for its significant mileage spent on wild, secluded sandy beaches, offering a unique blend of coastal beauty and formidable terrain.
The Badwater Cape Fear 51mi is 82km long.
The Badwater Cape Fear 51mi takes place in Bald Head Island, North Carolina, United States of America.
Runna classifies the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
The Badwater Cape Fear 51.4mi is an extreme ultramarathon that challenges runners with a demanding 51.4-mile (82km) course on Bald Head Island, North Carolina. This iconic race is renowned for its significant mileage spent on wild, secluded sandy beaches, offering a unique blend of coastal beauty and formidable terrain.
How long is the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
The Badwater Cape Fear 51mi is 82km long.
Where does the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi take place?
The Badwater Cape Fear 51mi takes place in Bald Head Island, North Carolina, United States of America.
What is the elevation gain of the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
Runna classifies the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badwater Cape Fear 51mi?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
How long is the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
Where does the Badwater Cape Fear 50km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
How can I prepare for the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
The Badwater Cape Fear 50km race takes place on Bald Head Island, North Carolina. It features a twelve-mile warm-up on car-free roads and maritime forest trails, followed by 19 miles of running on the wild and secluded sandy beach between Cape Fear and Fort Fisher. The race offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Seaboard and the Cape Fear River marshlands.
The Badwater Cape Fear 50km is 50km long.
The Badwater Cape Fear 50km takes place in Bald Head Island, North Carolina, United States of America.
Runna classifies the Badwater Cape Fear 50km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
The Badwater Cape Fear 50km race takes place on Bald Head Island, North Carolina. It features a twelve-mile warm-up on car-free roads and maritime forest trails, followed by 19 miles of running on the wild and secluded sandy beach between Cape Fear and Fort Fisher. The race offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Seaboard and the Cape Fear River marshlands.
How long is the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
The Badwater Cape Fear 50km is 50km long.
Where does the Badwater Cape Fear 50km take place?
The Badwater Cape Fear 50km takes place in Bald Head Island, North Carolina, United States of America.
What is the elevation gain of the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
Runna classifies the Badwater Cape Fear 50km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badwater Cape Fear 50km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Running
Tags:
Coastal
Nature
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