Run on soft white sand—the ultimate racing trip at Australia’s “Whitehaven Beach”

▲ Whitehaven Beach has been ranked as Queensland’s most beautiful beach multiple times. (Photo / Provided by Tourism Queensland)

Reporter Chen Ziying / Comprehensive Report

Can you imagine running on the world’s most famous pristine white beach? On June 21st, the race event at Whitehaven Beach in Australia lets runners dash along its soft, fine sands across a 7-kilometer stretch of coastline—surely one of the most unforgettable running experiences of your life.

The Whitehaven Beach race offers options including a half marathon, 11 km, 5.5 km, as well as a 1 km event designed for children. Running on this special beach, the organizers have invited renowned world-class athlete Jock Campbell to attend a free road-running seminar at the Bougainvillea Marquee Beach, where he will analyze sand-running techniques to ensure comfort and safety during the Whitehaven Beach races.


▲ The 7-kilometer stretch of pristine white coastline is simply breathtaking. (Photo / Provided by Tourism Queensland)

Date: Friday, June 20, 2014
Time: 15:30–16:00 (Youth), 16:15–16:45 (Adults)
Location: Bougainvillea Marquee Beach
Attire: Jogging sportswear
Fee: Free to participate

The “36th Gold Coast Marathon” will also take place from July 5 to July 6, featuring events such as a marathon, half marathon, 10 km run, 5.7 km challenge, and 4 km & 2 km family runs. Registration is now open, with the deadline at 8 PM AEST on Friday, July 4. For more details, visit the official websites of Tourism Queensland and the event (http://goldcoastmarathon.com.au).