Coast Guard Marathon
Coast Guard Marathon is a flat Elizabeth City road race with base access, runway miles, and one of the clearest Boston-qualifier pitches in the South.
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Quick facts
- USATF-certified Boston qualifier.
- Course goes through Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City and onto the runway.
- Flat profile with a strong PR-oriented identity.
- Race weekend blends military and civilian participation.
2027 Coast Guard Marathon registration
Registration for the 2027 Coast Guard Marathon runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Coast Guard Marathon
The military connection here changes the day from the start. Civilian and Coast Guard runners share a race built around Elizabeth City and Base Elizabeth City, and the event has quickly leaned into a fast-course identity instead of trying to be a giant festival.
Course
The route stays flat and runnable, moving through downtown, the waterfront, the Coast Guard base, and even the air station runway. That mix of small-town streets and normally restricted ground gives the course more personality than a typical flat qualifier.
Race-day weather
Eastern North Carolina in April can start mild and finish warm, with humidity already creeping in if the sun is out. It is a better pacing day than a summer coastal race, but you still want to respect heat if the morning turns bright.
Past Coast Guard Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, April 4, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, April 12, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, March 9, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, April 7, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Coast Guard Marathon FAQ
When is the Coast Guard Marathon?
The 2027 Coast Guard Marathon is on Sunday, April 4, 2027.
How do I register for the Coast Guard Marathon?
Register for the Coast Guard Marathon through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/coast-guard-marathon/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
Can I use the Coast Guard Marathon for Boston qualifying?
Marathon Scout marks the Coast Guard Marathon course as a Boston qualifier. Check the current Boston qualifying times and confirm current course certification with the race before registering. Starting with 2027 registration, the B.A.A. adds 5 minutes to times from courses with 1,500 to 2,999 feet of net downhill and 10 minutes to courses with 3,000 to 5,999 feet, and does not accept courses with 6,000 feet or more. See the net-downhill course index if this course loses significant elevation.
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