The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half
Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half Marathon: a ferry-accessed race with coastal views and a festive island finish.
Race Date
Jan 16, 2027
Location
Daufuskie Island, SC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, January 16, 2027
- Location
- Daufuskie Island, South Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 2,923
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Escape to Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, for a unique running experience accessible only by ferry. This race, now in its 8th year, draws participants from across approximately 33 states, with a median field size of around 836 finishers and a growing trend.
The course winds through the private Haig Point community, touching Freeport and Church Road before concluding along the beach. With minimal elevation change, it offers a fast, flat profile conducive to personal bests. The atmosphere is amplified by a festive island setting, complete with pre-race coffee and cinnamon rolls, and post-race catered picnic lunches, beverages, and live entertainment.
Runners receive high-end swag and a finisher's medal, which can be custom-engraved by a local artist at the after-party. This event, produced by Run 4 a Reason LLC/Rough Runners R4R INC., provides a memorable race weekend with a strong community feel and a celebratory conclusion.
Race-provided description
Just a 30-minute ferry ride off Hilton Head Island, SC lies Daufuskie Island. Haig Point, a private residential community on Daufuskie, hosts this ultimate event consisting of a half marathon or full marathon. This event is produced and owned by Run 4 a Reason LLC/ Rough Runners R4R INC. Runners will experience the all-inclusive running event, as soon as they step onto the island. The runners will be greeted with a morning cup of coffee, cinnamon rolls, and hyped entertainment to get you ready to run. Race through Haig Point, to Freeport, onto Church Rd, and then back into Haig Point along the beach. After your race, a catered picnic lunch and an assortment of beverages await you…including a cool beer provided you’re of legal drinking age. Additionally, each runner will receive high end swag and a finishing medal to commemorate your accomplishment. Take your medal to Jacy, a local artist, and she will engrave your finishing time while enjoying the after party. Chow down and listen to live entertainment with family and friends while you recover and enjoy your accomplishment. Packet Pick Up. Friday January 15th, 2027 11:00AM-6:00PM. Palmetto Running Company 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Suite 117, Hilton Head, SC 29928 Visit our website www.daufuskieislandmarathon.com for complete information and logistics. A ferry pass for Daufuskie Island is NOT included in the registration. Ferry Pass purchase is not active at this time. You will be emailed if registered when its available for purchase.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, January 16, 2027
Start Time
9:30 AM
Giveaway
Race swag shirt
Start Location
1 Lighthouse Ln, Daufuskie Island, SC, 29915
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal, Small Town
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Standout738 years running
~836 finishers a year
growing or steady
12% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 33 states
winner 1:23:26
typical high 58°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
40°
Afternoon (High)
58°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
70%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,923 finishers actually crossed the line across 8 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
2,923
Median time
2:19:00
Latest turnout
790
States
37
Turnout by year
2019–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half?
The The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half is held on Saturday, January 16, 2027, starting at 9:30 AM.
Where does the The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half take place?
It takes place in Daufuskie Island, South Carolina.
What distances does the The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 1 Miles.
Is the The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half course flat and good for a PR?
The The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,923 runners who have completed the The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half.
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