Coastal Walk & 5K Run - Coastal Hospice 2 Mile Walk
External Event
Distance
2 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
October 17, 2026 | Assateague State Park | Registration – 8am | Race Start – 9am Beachwood, Inc. Custom Builders presents the Assateague Coastal Walk (sponsored by Assateague State Park & MD Park Services) benefiting Coastal Hospice. Participants can choose to compete (or not) in a 2 mile walk or 5K timed run at this year’s event on Saturday, October 17th at Assateague State Park (campground – day use – 6915 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD). Arrive at 8 am for registration/check-in, refreshments, and music with a 9 am Start. Registration includes a dri-fit, t-shirt, and medals will be awarded to the placing participants in each of the categories following the race. Registration for this event is $35 per participant with sponsorship opportunities available. To learn more about sponsorship or if you'd just like to donate go HERE The 5K will start on the paths but will enter onto the beach (heading north) – beautiful sandy beach run to start your day! The walk will stay on the paved trail leading back to the Assateague State Park Campgrounds.
Typical conditions
For events around October 2026 in Berlin, MD, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Berlin, MD, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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