Cape Fear 24 Hour Endurance Run
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Push your limits for 24 hours on a supported, certified paved loop, with park lights guiding your way through the night.
- Competitive
CompetitiveThe Cape Fear 24 Hour Endurance Run offers a unique challenge on a USATF certified, mostly flat, paved loop in Lillington, NC. Runners can test their limits over 24 hours, choosing their own distance with comprehensive support. The course, surrounding Lillington's baseball fields, provides a consistent surface and features park lighting throughout the night, eliminating the need for headlamps. Ample space is available for personal setups, making it a well-supported experience for all participants.
What to expect
- Run on a USATF certified, mostly flat, paved loop surrounding baseball fields.
- Enjoy park lighting after dark, so no headlamp is needed.
- Set up personal tents close to the course and your car.
Standout details
- 24-hour endurance challenge
- USATF certified paved loop
From the organizer
The Sixth Annual Cape Fear 24 Hour endurance run (previously known as Dia De Los Muertos 24 Hour) will be held on a USATF certified, 0.5918-mile asphalt paved loop. The trail surrounds Lillington's Parks and Recreation baseball fields. Most of the trail is flat, except for one small incline. There is plenty of parking and space to setup a site close to your car. Tents will be allowed during the event, but no open-air fires will be allowed. The restrooms are just a few steps off the course. When it gets dark, the Town of Lillington will turn on the park lights so a headlamp will not be necessary. This course will offer you the opportunity to run as far or as little as you want with maximum support.