Race Information

Welcome to the Pine Beach 5K website. The 2008 event is the tenth annual race on this fast, scenic, USATF certified 3.1 mile course along the Toms River and through the quiet streets of Pine Beach.

Once again, this race is the USATF New Jersey Masters Championship event. This is a 700 point championship race, with the male and female winners awarded 700 points. All other USATF members will receive lower scores based on finish. It was previously posted that all USATF runners would receive 700 points - we are sorry for the confusion. All USATF Members will receive a reduced pre-registration fee. USATF Masters will compete for cash awards ($150,$125,$100,$75,$50,$25) given to the top six male and female finishers, based on Age-Graded Results.

After the race, there will be an awards ceremony on the Vista Park field. Cash awards ($150, $125, $100) will be given to the top three male and female runners, with a $100 bonus award for setting a new course record. A $75 award for the top male and female master runner. Additional age group awards will be given out along with other special awards. Check the awards page for a breakdown of all awards and categories.

Again this year will be the Team Challenge. Awards will be given to the first team in each category: male, female, mixed and masters. Teams will consist of three runners. Each team member must complete and sign a race application.

All roads will be closed to traffic. There will be two water stops, and clocks at miles 1 and 2. Strollers and baby joggers are welcome, but for the safety of the other runners, we can not allow skates, roller blades or bikes.