The Greenhead Ocean Mile 2026 — Brigantine, NJ

Date
July 18, 2026
Location
Brigantine, NJ
Venue
Brigantine 17th Street Beach (Beach Patrol Headquarters)
Start Time
9:30 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $40.00
Events
500 Yard Flag Swim, One Mile Ocean Swim
Includes
Commemorative Medal
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The Greenhead Ocean Mile starts at 9:30 AM on July 18, 2026, giving you a reasonable window to travel to Brigantine without an pre-dawn departure. The race takes place at Brigantine 17th Street Beach, launching from the Beach Patrol Headquarters, and offers two distances: a full mile swim and a 500-yard option. Entry fees range from $25 to $40. This ocean-based event is straightforward if you're accustomed to open-water swimming, so plan your pre-race routine accordingly and arrive early enough to handle check-in and any final prep in the salt water.

From the Race 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Greenhead Ocean Mile 2026 — Brigantine, NJ?

The Greenhead Ocean Mile 2026 — Brigantine, NJ takes place on July 18, 2026. The race is held in Brigantine, New Jersey.

Where is The Greenhead Ocean Mile 2026 — Brigantine, NJ held?

The Greenhead Ocean Mile 2026 — Brigantine, NJ is held at Brigantine 17th Street Beach (Beach Patrol Headquarters) in Brigantine, New Jersey.

Where can I find hotels near The Greenhead Ocean Mile 2026 — Brigantine, NJ?

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