Gulf Coast Grind
- Date Sat 10th April 2027
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Surfside Beach, Texas
- Price Free
- Races 5 races
- Distances Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the Gulf Coast Grind on Saturday, April 10, 2027, in beautiful Freeport, Brazoria! This vibrant event offers an array of race distances to suit every runner’s ambition, including a challenging 50K, a full marathon, a half marathon, a 10K, and a fun 5K run or ruck. Runners will enjoy a scenic course along the stunning surf at Surfside Beach, where the hard-packed sand provides a unique backdrop for this unforgettable experience.
With a runner cap of 400 participants, each athlete will receive medals and exclusive swag, ensuring that everyone leaves with a memorable keepsake! The day kicks off bright and early with the 50K starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the marathon at 7:30 AM, and the half marathon at 8:00 AM. The 10K and 5K races will commence at 8:30 AM. The Gulf Coast Grind not only promises a day filled with athletic achievement but also features fully stocked aid stations offering a taste of Texas hospitality. Don't miss out on this exhilarating opportunity to challenge yourself while soaking in the beautiful coastal landscape!
With a runner cap of 400 participants, each athlete will receive medals and exclusive swag, ensuring that everyone leaves with a memorable keepsake! The day kicks off bright and early with the 50K starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the marathon at 7:30 AM, and the half marathon at 8:00 AM. The 10K and 5K races will commence at 8:30 AM. The Gulf Coast Grind not only promises a day filled with athletic achievement but also features fully stocked aid stations offering a taste of Texas hospitality. Don't miss out on this exhilarating opportunity to challenge yourself while soaking in the beautiful coastal landscape!
Organiser's Description
WARNING OFFICIAL RACE SIGNUP IS ON ULTRASIGNUP
This page is for race info only. Signing up here does NOT enter you in the race or hold a spot.
REGISTER HERE ON ULTRASIGNUP [https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=143299]
If you aren't on the UltraSignup entrant list, you are not registered.
[Gulf Coast Grind logo]
GULF COAST GRIND
50K MARATHON HALF MARATHON 10K 5K RUN OR RUCK
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Surfside Beach, 3312 County Rd 257, Surfside Beach, TX 77541
400 RUNNER CAP ALL RUNNERS GET MEDALS AND SWAG!
COURSE
This course runs along the water at Surfside Beach on the hard-packed sand. Exact starting line: Google Maps [https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8NcUsmCm5EfZ7Qo9]
DISTANCES & START TIMES
50K 7:00 AM 3 out-and-back loops + 1 mile
Marathon 7:30 AM 2 out-and-back loops + 3.1-mile out-and-back
Half Marathon 8:00 AM 1 out-and-back loop + 5K loop
10K 8:30 AM 3.1-mile out-and-back
5K 8:30 AM 1.55-mile out-and-back
SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, APR 10 Packet pickup 6:00 AM 9:00 AM at the Start/Finish area
7:00 AM 50K 7:30 AM Marathon 8:00 AM Half 8:30 AM 10K/5K
CUTOFFS
12 HOURS IS THE CUTOFF FOR THE EVENT (7:00 PM). YOU MUST START YOUR LAST LOOP BY 4:00 PM.
DROP DOWNS & DISTANCE CHANGES
Once your race begins, that is the distance you must finish to receive a medal for that distance. There is no dropping distances during the race you will be listed as a DNF.
Online distance changes are open until the Wednesday of race week on UltraSignup: log in, go to Registration History, click Edit on this race, choose the new distance under Switch Event? and check out right away (there is a small UltraSignup fee when moving up). All other changes must be made in person and may not be possible for sold-out distances.
AID STATIONS
Mile 5
Start/Finish
Both are FULL aid stations stocked Texas-style: Gatorade, water and electrolyte mix; Coke, ginger ale and maybe orange soda; cookies, candy, peanut butter and Nutella; Pringles, trail mix and chips; PB&Js, bean burrito rolls and fruit. Medical basics (bandages, Vaseline, band-aids NO NSAIDs) and feminine care products. There is usually a surprise too we have had sheet cake, pies and watermelon!
CUPLESS RACING
We DO NOT have cups at the aid stations. Please bring a reusable cup, bottle or hydration pack.
DROP BAGS
There will be a large tarp area for drop bags at the main aid station. We will take drop bags out to mile 5 when the race starts.
PACERS & CREW
There are no pacers for this race.
PHOTOS
[Gulf Coast Grind 2026 race photo][Gulf Coast Grind 2026 race photo][Gulf Coast Grind 2026 race photo]
Course photos and video: watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlvK5v6oVh4]
PARKING & START/FINISH
[Gulf Coast Grind start and finish map]
Start/Finish line: Google Maps [https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8NcUsmCm5EfZ7Qo9]
Closest airport: Houston Hobby (HOU)
SWAG & AWARDS
All runners get medals and swag! Shirts for all distances.
WINNERS AWARDS
Top 3 in each distance (50K / Marathon / Half / 10K / 5K)
Top 3 Ruckers in each distance
Top 2 Masters (50+) in each distance
All awards are Male, Female and Non-Binary.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
Volunteers are the most important part of any race. Shifts run 48 hours, and every volunteer gets free park entry, an area to camp, race merchandise, and a meal on race day.
1 shift = 50% off a future Rise Racing registration
2 shifts at one race = a FREE entry into any one of our future races
VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP [https://signup.com/Group/333678346050/] Questions? Email rob@riseracingco.com
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
[Trail Toes] [Tailwind Nutrition] [Crazy Water]
Race website: riseracingco.com/gulf-coast-grind [https://www.riseracingco.com/gulf-coast-grind]
This page is for race info only. Signing up here does NOT enter you in the race or hold a spot.
REGISTER HERE ON ULTRASIGNUP [https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=143299]
If you aren't on the UltraSignup entrant list, you are not registered.
[Gulf Coast Grind logo]
GULF COAST GRIND
50K MARATHON HALF MARATHON 10K 5K RUN OR RUCK
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Surfside Beach, 3312 County Rd 257, Surfside Beach, TX 77541
400 RUNNER CAP ALL RUNNERS GET MEDALS AND SWAG!
COURSE
This course runs along the water at Surfside Beach on the hard-packed sand. Exact starting line: Google Maps [https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8NcUsmCm5EfZ7Qo9]
DISTANCES & START TIMES
50K 7:00 AM 3 out-and-back loops + 1 mile
Marathon 7:30 AM 2 out-and-back loops + 3.1-mile out-and-back
Half Marathon 8:00 AM 1 out-and-back loop + 5K loop
10K 8:30 AM 3.1-mile out-and-back
5K 8:30 AM 1.55-mile out-and-back
SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, APR 10 Packet pickup 6:00 AM 9:00 AM at the Start/Finish area
7:00 AM 50K 7:30 AM Marathon 8:00 AM Half 8:30 AM 10K/5K
CUTOFFS
12 HOURS IS THE CUTOFF FOR THE EVENT (7:00 PM). YOU MUST START YOUR LAST LOOP BY 4:00 PM.
DROP DOWNS & DISTANCE CHANGES
Once your race begins, that is the distance you must finish to receive a medal for that distance. There is no dropping distances during the race you will be listed as a DNF.
Online distance changes are open until the Wednesday of race week on UltraSignup: log in, go to Registration History, click Edit on this race, choose the new distance under Switch Event? and check out right away (there is a small UltraSignup fee when moving up). All other changes must be made in person and may not be possible for sold-out distances.
AID STATIONS
Mile 5
Start/Finish
Both are FULL aid stations stocked Texas-style: Gatorade, water and electrolyte mix; Coke, ginger ale and maybe orange soda; cookies, candy, peanut butter and Nutella; Pringles, trail mix and chips; PB&Js, bean burrito rolls and fruit. Medical basics (bandages, Vaseline, band-aids NO NSAIDs) and feminine care products. There is usually a surprise too we have had sheet cake, pies and watermelon!
CUPLESS RACING
We DO NOT have cups at the aid stations. Please bring a reusable cup, bottle or hydration pack.
DROP BAGS
There will be a large tarp area for drop bags at the main aid station. We will take drop bags out to mile 5 when the race starts.
PACERS & CREW
There are no pacers for this race.
PHOTOS
[Gulf Coast Grind 2026 race photo][Gulf Coast Grind 2026 race photo][Gulf Coast Grind 2026 race photo]
Course photos and video: watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlvK5v6oVh4]
PARKING & START/FINISH
[Gulf Coast Grind start and finish map]
Start/Finish line: Google Maps [https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8NcUsmCm5EfZ7Qo9]
Closest airport: Houston Hobby (HOU)
SWAG & AWARDS
All runners get medals and swag! Shirts for all distances.
WINNERS AWARDS
Top 3 in each distance (50K / Marathon / Half / 10K / 5K)
Top 3 Ruckers in each distance
Top 2 Masters (50+) in each distance
All awards are Male, Female and Non-Binary.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
Volunteers are the most important part of any race. Shifts run 48 hours, and every volunteer gets free park entry, an area to camp, race merchandise, and a meal on race day.
1 shift = 50% off a future Rise Racing registration
2 shifts at one race = a FREE entry into any one of our future races
VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP [https://signup.com/Group/333678346050/] Questions? Email rob@riseracingco.com
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
[Trail Toes] [Tailwind Nutrition] [Crazy Water]
Race website: riseracingco.com/gulf-coast-grind [https://www.riseracingco.com/gulf-coast-grind]
Races
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50k INFO ONLY (Register on UltraSignup)
Sat 10th April 2027 (7:00AM CDT)
Free
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Marathon INFO ONLY (Register on UltraSignup)
Sat 10th April 2027 (7:30AM CDT)
Free
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1/2 Marathon INFO ONLY (Register on UltraSignup)
Sat 10th April 2027 (8:00AM CDT)
Free
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10K INFO ONLY (Register on UltraSignup)
Sat 10th April 2027 (8:30AM CDT)
Free
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5K INFO ONLY (Register on UltraSignup)
Sat 10th April 2027 (8:30AM CDT)
Free
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Location
3312 County Rd 257, Surfside Beach, 77541, TX, United States
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