Mark your calendar for June 28, 2026 and come run (or ruck!) with us in the beautiful beachside town of Pine Beach. This fast, mostly flat road course is perfect whether you’re chasing a PR, walking with friends, or stepping into the ruck division for a new challenge.
Hosted by Ocean Running Club, this race brings together community, competition, and summer vibes along the scenic waterfront.
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📍 Location & Parking
Vista Park
Riverside Drive
Pine Beach, NJ 08741
GPS: 536 Hillside Avenue, Pine Beach — then follow race signs to Vista Park.
Check-in and bib pickup begin at 6:45 AM at Vista Park.
To make things easy, have your RunSignUp registration ready on your phone.
📝 Registration Details
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Online registration available through race morning
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Race morning registration is credit card only via RunSignUp — NO CASH
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Limited-time early discount available before February 14th
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ORC members (paid prior to registration) receive $5 off their race entry
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Refer 5 friends using your custom registration link and receive a $10 refund
Want to maximize your season?
Sign up for the Pine Beach 5K and the Seaside Half Marathon/5K (Sunday, October 4th) as a bundle and save 15%!
🏃 5K Run / Walk / Ruck
Your registration includes:
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Official race t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by June 11th)
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2 official water stops
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Water at the finish line
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Chip-timed results emailed through RunSignUp
⚠️ After June 11th, shirts are not guaranteed. Limited extras will be available race morning. No size exchanges.
🏆 5K Awards
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Top 3 Overall Male & Female
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Top 3 Male & Female in 5-year age groups
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Awards available for pickup as results post — no need to wait until the end 😉
🎖 1-Mile Race
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Finish times provided through RunSignUp
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Finisher awards
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Overall Male & Female awards
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No age group awards
Perfect for younger runners, beginners, or anyone who wants to be part of race day fun.
🎒 RUCK Division
Back again by popular demand!
To compete for awards:
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Under 150 lbs: 10 lb weight
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Over 150 lbs: 20 lb weight
Awards:
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1st Male & 1st Female
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GO RUCK patches for all finishers
You may participate with a lighter weight, but will not be eligible for overall RUCK awards.
🚻 Race Day Amenities
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Port-o-johns available in the park
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No bathroom facilities along the course
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Bibs and shirts picked up race morning starting at 6:45 AM
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Any updates will be emailed to registered participants
There’s something special about racing in Pine Beach — flat roads, waterfront breezes, and a community that shows up for every runner from first to final finisher.
All of us at Ocean Running Club can’t wait to see you on the starting line.
Let’s make it a summer morning to remember. 🌞🏃♂️