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The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half
Daufuskie Island, South Carolina
8 Runnas
The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half Marathon is a uniquely scenic road race held annually on Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, featuring both a full marathon (26.2 miles) and a half marathon (13.1 miles). Accessible only by ferry from Hilton Head, the event offers runners a serene, coastal course through historic Haig Point, passing landmarks like the Haig Point Lighthouse and winding along hard-packed shell roads and shaded island paths. Both races are USATF-certified and chip-timed, with generous time limits (8 hours for the full, 7 for the half), making them friendly to a wide range of participants. Runners enjoy on-course support with aid stations, as well as post-race perks like a catered lunch, beer garden, live music, and personalized finisher medals. The race also supports local nonprofits, contributing to the preservation of the island’s natural and cultural heritage.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
Race Date:
17 January, 2026
The Daufuskie Island Marathon is a USATF‑certified 26.2‑mile road race taking runners on a scenic, mostly flat tour around Haig Point on beautiful Daufuskie Island, South Carolina—accessible only by ferry from Hilton Head. With chip timing, an 8‑hour cutoff, on-course aid, and a festive post-race picnic and finisher medal, it offers both challenge and charm in a coastal island setting.
Race Date:
17 January, 2026
The Daufuskie Island Half Marathon is a USATF-certified 13.1-mile road race held on the scenic paved and shell-strewn roads of Haig Point, Daufuskie Island, beginning at 9:30 AM and offering a generous 7-hour cutoff, chip timing, and on-course aid. Runners enjoy a festive island atmosphere complete with coffee, cinnamon rolls, a finish-line medal (personalizable on-site), and a post-race picnic lunch with live entertainment.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Daufuskie Island Marathon?
How long is the Daufuskie Island Marathon?
Where does the Daufuskie Island Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Daufuskie Island Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Daufuskie Island Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Daufuskie Island Marathon?
The Daufuskie Island Marathon is a USATF‑certified 26.2‑mile road race taking runners on a scenic, mostly flat tour around Haig Point on beautiful Daufuskie Island, South Carolina—accessible only by ferry from Hilton Head. With chip timing, an 8‑hour cutoff, on-course aid, and a festive post-race picnic and finisher medal, it offers both challenge and charm in a coastal island setting.
The Daufuskie Island Marathon is 42km long.
The Daufuskie Island Marathon takes place in Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, United States of America.
The Daufuskie Island Marathon elevation gain is 82 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
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 Daufuskie Island Marathon?
The Daufuskie Island Marathon is a USATF‑certified 26.2‑mile road race taking runners on a scenic, mostly flat tour around Haig Point on beautiful Daufuskie Island, South Carolina—accessible only by ferry from Hilton Head. With chip timing, an 8‑hour cutoff, on-course aid, and a festive post-race picnic and finisher medal, it offers both challenge and charm in a coastal island setting.
How long is the Daufuskie Island Marathon?
The Daufuskie Island Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Daufuskie Island Marathon take place?
The Daufuskie Island Marathon takes place in Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, United States of America.
What is the elevation gain of the Daufuskie Island Marathon?
The Daufuskie Island Marathon elevation gain is 82 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Daufuskie Island Marathon?
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 Daufuskie Island Marathon?
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 Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
How long is the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
Where does the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
The Daufuskie Island Half Marathon is a USATF-certified 13.1-mile road race held on the scenic paved and shell-strewn roads of Haig Point, Daufuskie Island, beginning at 9:30 AM and offering a generous 7-hour cutoff, chip timing, and on-course aid. Runners enjoy a festive island atmosphere complete with coffee, cinnamon rolls, a finish-line medal (personalizable on-site), and a post-race picnic lunch with live entertainment.
The Daufuskie Island Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Daufuskie Island Half Marathon takes place in Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, United States of America.
Runna classifies the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon 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 Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
The Daufuskie Island Half Marathon is a USATF-certified 13.1-mile road race held on the scenic paved and shell-strewn roads of Haig Point, Daufuskie Island, beginning at 9:30 AM and offering a generous 7-hour cutoff, chip timing, and on-course aid. Runners enjoy a festive island atmosphere complete with coffee, cinnamon rolls, a finish-line medal (personalizable on-site), and a post-race picnic lunch with live entertainment.
How long is the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
The Daufuskie Island Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon take place?
The Daufuskie Island Half Marathon takes place in Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, United States of America.
What is the elevation gain of the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
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 Daufuskie Island Half Marathon?
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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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Nature
Coastal
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