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Wilmington, North Carolina
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2 Events: 1.3 Miles, 3.5 Miles

About Swim the Loop

Swim The Loop starts and finishes at the Dockside Restaurant, which is located on Airlie Road (Wilmington side of the Intracoastal Waterway). The race will start at a high tide to ensure an even, but challenging tide pattern throughout the 3.5-mile swim. Don’t be fooled though; there will be times of incoming tide, falling tide and some slack tide.

Mott’s Channel Sprint starts at the Trailborn Surf & Sound, located on Wrightsville Beach, and finishes across the intracoastal at the Dockside Restaurant on Airlie Road. The course is approximately 1.3 miles long and is a point-to-point swim. The race will start at a high tide to try and ensure a slight incoming to slack tide throughout the 1.3-mile swim.

Swim the LoopSwim The Loop starts and finishes at the Dockside Restaurant, which is located on Airlie Road (Wilmington side of the Intracoastal Waterway). The race will start at a high tide to ensure an even, but challenging tide pattern throughout the 3.5-mile swim. Don’t be fooled though; there will be times of incoming tide, falling tide and some slack tide. Mott’s Channel Sprint starts at the Trailborn Surf & Sound, located on Wrightsville Beach, and finishes across the intracoastal at the Dockside Restaurant on Airlie Road. The course is approximately 1.3 miles long and is a point-to-point swim. The race will start at a high tide to try and ensure a slight incoming to slack tide throughout the 1.3-mile swim.
Wilmington, NC

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 2 race distances available for Swim the Loop in Wilmington, NC. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Motts Channel Sprint

1.3 Miles
Distance
1.3 Miles
Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about Motts Channel Sprint

How long is the Motts Channel Sprint?
The Motts Channel Sprint covers 1.3 Miles.
What time does the Motts Channel Sprint start?
The Motts Channel Sprint starts at 7:30:00 AM.
Where is the Motts Channel Sprint located?
The Motts Channel Sprint takes place in Wilmington, NC.

Swim the Loop

3.5 Miles
Distance
3.5 Miles
Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about Swim the Loop

How long is the Swim the Loop?
The Swim the Loop covers 3.5 Miles.
What time does the Swim the Loop start?
The Swim the Loop starts at 7:30:00 AM.
Where is the Swim the Loop located?
The Swim the Loop takes place in Wilmington, NC.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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