Marine Corps Half Marathon
presented by FirstLight Home Care and USAA
September 19, 2026 | 7AM | MCB Camp Lejeune
Experience the storied legacy of the Marine Corps at the Marine Corps Half Marathon on Camp Lejeune. This flat and picturesque course offers runners breathtaking views of the New River, Morgan Bay, and Farnell Bay. You will travel between the fairways of the Paradise Point Golf Course, where the Heroes Mile pays homage to fallen service members. The Marine Corps Half Marathon offers an unparalleled opportunity to honor tradition while embracing the natural beauty of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.
This course is not USATF certified.
This race is open to the public.
The pass‑request deadline has now passed, but base access requirements remain in effect for all participants and spectators.
Due to increased security measures, the Trusted Traveler Program has been suspended. All runners and spectators ages 18+ who do not have a valid DoW ID with credentialed base access MUST has a base pass.
Registration
• Must be 14yrs+ to register.
• All runners must complete the race within 3.75 hours.
• This course is not a USATF certified course.
• Only registered runners are allowed on the course.
• No pets allowed on the course.
ALL FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL
• Overall Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.
• Overall Masters Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male and female finishers ages 40 and up.
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age bracket below:
(14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+)
Note: Overall winners will receive an Overall plaque award and Overall placement medal.
Overall award winners are not eligible to also place in their age category.
Hydration and Fuel Available on Course
Hydration: Powerade and water
Gels: UnTapped Energy Gels in Salted Cocoa and Salted Citrus varieties will be available on the course. UnTapped is a leading provider of all-natural athletic nutrition. Made with pure maple syrup, UnTapped gels are easily digestible nutrition that provides athletes with great tasting, long lasting energy. Visit https://untapped.cc.
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MCCS Sponsors. No federal or DoW endorsement implied.