The Greenhead Ocean Mile
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Distance
- 500 Yard Flag Swim · One Mile Ocean Swim
From the Organizer
Green Whales, Inc., along with the Brigantine Beach Patrol, bring you the Greenhead Ocean Mile. This year's events include:
- 500yd Flag Swim. 250yd out and back. Ages 7 - 16
- 1 Mile Ocean Swim. Ages 16 and over.
We will start with the flag swim and finish with the mile. All proceeds from the event support Green Whales Inc.'s swim programs and the Brigantine Beach Patrol LIT and Junior Guard programs.
This is an open water ocean swim; the current and wave conditions are unpredictable. Please use good judgment if you are uncertain about swimming in rough water. The course is set; however, the race committee reserves the right to change the direction of each event due to water conditions. The details of each event with landmarks are provided in the race map(s). Any questions about the course will be addressed at the pre-race meeting by the Race Referee.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
71°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Atlantic City, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Brigantine, NJ
Population
7,702
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
ACY
Atlantic City International Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 57 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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40
Days to train
- Race
- The Greenhead Ocean Mile
- Date
- July 18, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Greenhead Ocean Mile?
- The Greenhead Ocean Mile is a running race held in Brigantine, New Jersey on July 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is The Greenhead Ocean Mile?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Brigantine, New Jersey at Brigantine 17th Street Beach (Beach Patrol Headquarters), Brigantine, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Greenhead Ocean Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Greenhead Ocean Mile
Jul 18, 2026