Fort Macon Mosquito 5K & 10K

Fort Macon Mosquito 5K & 10K

Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM ET

Location: Fort Macon, Atlantic Beach, NC

Address: 2303 E Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC

This event is hosted by the Friends of Fort Macon, with funds benefiting Fort Macon State Park. The 5K is one lap of the Elliot Coues Trail (3.2 miles), and the 10K is two laps of the same trail. The start/finish line will be clearly marked. An aid station with snacks and drinks will be available. This is a cup-free race; participants must bring their own hydration devices. Coolers, tents, chairs, and canopies are permitted but are left at the owner's risk.

Packet Pickup: Fort Macon Visitor Center on April 30 and May 1 from 9am-5pm, and on race morning starting at 8am.

Guaranteed Race Shirt: Sign up by April 5, 2026.

Registration Closes: Friday, May 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET.