Coastal Half Marathon, 5k & 1 Mile Run

The Coastal Half Marathon, 5k & 1 Mile Run takes place on Alabama’s beaches the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It offers runners three options: a half marathon, a 5K, and a 1-mile fun run, allowing families to include children, walkers, newer runners, and those seeking a longer distance on the same weekend. The races utilize the paved paths of Gulf State Park’s Backcountry Trail, with the course situated between Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. The environment is more park-and-coast than city street, and the finish line provides a Gulf breeze post-run.