The Dirt Dash Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Saturday, October 12, 2024 • Johns Island, SC

Note: This race was known as the Frances Marion Dirt Dash prior to 2018. Pre-2018 info is still archived on that page.

Nestled among the lush pine forests and swamps and marshes filled with wildlife inside the Johns Island County Park that lies just to the southwest of Charleston here along the South Carolina coast, Johns Island plays host to the annual late-fall Dirt Dash Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K.

A race that takes runners along the wooded trails inside the park, the half marathon and the 5K take runners and walkers on a tour of a 738-acre park that plays host to horseback riders, runners, and even an archery range. Runners will get a chance to check out the archery range during packet pickup, which takes place near the range. Camping options are also available near the range for runners who wish to camp the night before the race.

With seven hours to finish all the races, walkers are welcome in the half marathon, and all finishers receive a finisher’s medal. There are also awards for the top five in each age group and the youngest and oldest runner in each race.

Race Weather & Climate

Located along the Atlantic coastline of South Carolina’s lowcountry region, roughly 10 miles southwest of Charleston, Johns Island typically sees warm and sometimes hot weather in October, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the mid-80s.

On race day (Oct. 12), the average low is 72ºF and the average high is 82ºF.

Past Results

Starting Time

8:00 AM

Fees

$65 and up for the half marathon

Registration

To reserve your spot in the 2024 running of Johns Island’s Dirt Dash Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K or 5K, register online at UltraSignup.com here.

Official Race Website

eagle-endurance.com

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