The Dirt Dash

The Dirt Dash is a trail event organized by Eagle Endurance on Johns Island, South Carolina, on September 12, 2026. Four distances are offered: a Marathon (26.2 miles), a half marathon (13.1 miles), a 10K (6.2 miles) and a 5K (3.1 miles), all on trails.

Coastal South Carolina terrain is mostly flat, so this is a trail event where footing and weather matter more than climbing, and it can be a friendly introduction to off-road running for anyone used to pavement. The 5K and 10K suit beginners and families, the half marathon works as a fall fitness goal after 10 to 12 weeks of steady running, and the marathon is a realistic target for road marathoners who want a first trail 26.2 without technical mountain terrain. Expect heat and humidity in mid-September and adjust your pace and hydration accordingly.