The Murray Mile Ocean Classic starts at 6:30 PM, giving you a full day to settle into Avalon and prepare for an evening ocean swim. Held at Avalon Beach Patrol Headquarters at 30th Street and the Beach, this swimming event offers two distances: a full mile and a 500-meter option. Entry fees range from $40 to $60. The July timing places this race mid-summer, so plan accommodations in this Jersey Shore town with early-evening ocean swimming in mind. An evening start means you can arrive the day of the race without rushing from a long morning drive, though booking lodging ahead of time is wise during peak summer season.
From the Race Organizer
New to open water ocean swimming? THE MURRAY HALF mile option has just been added to the line up! 1/2 of the Murray Mile. REGISTRATION CLOSES JULY 25th AT 5:30PM. Have you ever watched the county lifeguards at their ocean swim competitions over the years and dreamed of having the chance to swim the same race course? Now is your chance!! The first ever lifeguard ocean course will now be open to the public to race in Avalon, and for that matter, all of South Jersey! Just like the lifeguards, you will swim the flags straight out into the ocean and back. Yup, you heard that right. The start and finish will be the same place, approximately 35th Street and the beach. Saturday night at 6:30pm. I bet you can just feel the excitement already for a running beach start. It was an easy decision to name this new, epic event to honor our Avalon Beach Patrol captain of 65 years, Captain Murray Wolf. A new tradition continues, hopefully for many many years. Proceeds will be going to the Avalon Beach Patrol Alumni Association. You can count on many current and former guards from ABP and the county to be in the mix for this swim. ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. NO IN PERSON SIGN UPS. Entry fee includes a branded custom swim cap, chip timing, and a premium event branded FLEECE HOODIE to the first 100 registered for either swim. Wetsuits are permitted, but in true lifeguard races, those wearing wetsuits are not eligible for awards. Current ocean temperature is 69 degrees. Mandatory 45 minute cut off to complete the mile swim. Avalon Beach Patrol will be the on water rescue teams. 5:15-6:15pm PACKET PICK UP RACE DAY at the Avalon Beach Patrol Headquarters 32nd Street and the Beach. Plenty of parking at 29th and 30th public parking lots on Avalon Avenue. 6:30pm MASS START for the Murray Mile Swim, 6:32 MASS START for The Murray Half Swim. 7:30 PM Awards back at headquarters and NEMO'S Pizza. Murray Mile: Top 3 Male and Female Overall. Male and Female Age Group Age Group Winners in 10 year increments for the MM (14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59,60-69, 70 plus) No duplicate awards. Top 3 male and female overall for The Murray Half. Proceeds from the event will go to the Avalon Beach Patrol Alumni Association.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Avalon, NJ.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is MURRAY MILE OCEAN CLASSIC 2026 — Avalon, NJ?
MURRAY MILE OCEAN CLASSIC 2026 — Avalon, NJ takes place on July 25, 2026. The race is held in Avalon, New Jersey.
Where is MURRAY MILE OCEAN CLASSIC 2026 — Avalon, NJ held?
MURRAY MILE OCEAN CLASSIC 2026 — Avalon, NJ is held at Avalon Beach Patrol Headquarters: 30th Street and the Beach in Avalon, New Jersey.
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