"RUNNING FOR THE BAY!" MARATHON

Apalachicola Bay, Florida

The “Running for the bay!” Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Ultra 50K (all with wheelchair divisions) are races held in beautiful Apalachicola, Florida. The races are designed to bring attention to The Apalachicola Bay area, one of the most beautiful and important estuaries in America; create an avenue for charity fund raising and to promote health and fitness.

The Full Marathon and Half Marathon and Ultra 50K start in Apalachicola and head over the beautiful Apalachicola Bay to Eastpoint and St. George Island. The 10K and 5K also enjoy the local beauties of Apalachicola and the Apalachicola Bay.

Come see "The Forgotten Coast" and enjoy the fun of the race activities, either as a runner, walker, wheelchair entrant or spectator. You'll be involved in activities that will become one of your "life long" memories. Enjoy it with your family and friends, while receiving the benefits of health and fitness. View our other pages to find out more about our races and activities.

The "Running for the bay!" Marathon course is USATF certified!

The "Running for the bay!" Marathon course is certified by the USATF. Our certification number is: FL10040EBM. This means the course can be used to qualify for the Boston Marathon or any other major that requires times to be set on a certified course.

Time limit: Course is open for all races for 8 hours!

The race event will be a lot of fun and you'll be helping raise funds for the Wounded Warrior Project and local charities and/or non-profits.

Need a place to stay? Call and/or e-mail our

DON'T WAIT!!! Last year rooms sold out in Apalachicola and the surrounding areas! We want our runners to have a convenient place to stay, so reserve your rooms now. Any room in Apalachicola, Eastpoint, St. George Island or Carrabelle will be convenient.

Official "Accommodations" Sponsor...

Come visit when the air is cooler and the Island is more laid back.  Visit between August 14 and January 8 and when you reserve a minimum night stay, you are eligible for an extra night free, or take 15% off the advertised rate.  This special is valid for new reservations only, it CAN be combined with our 5% off Repeat Renter Discount and it is subject to the large number of homes that participate in our specials program.  Time periods advertising Low Season rates are not eligible for this special.

Email: vacationplans@resortvacationproperties.com

Or call: 1-888-364-4536

or visit...

www.resortvacationproperties.com/runforthebay

for details!!!