Virginia Creeper Marathon

March 26, 2023

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COURSE
This USATF certified course (VA12004MS) is pleasantly scenic.
The race starts and finishes at the junction of Watauga Road (Rt. 677) and the Virginia Creeper Trail, near Abingdon.
Following an out-and-back first two miles on gently rolling Watauga Road,
the rest of the race is run on the Virginia Creeper Trail, a former railroad bed.
The Trail is flat to gentle grade, with a soft running surface (plus the occasional wooden trestle).
One of the two out-and-back segments on the Trail is repeated, as is a short portion of the other segment.
Runners pass the Start/Finish area at 2, 9, 18, and 25 miles.
Aid stations (water/sports drink) every 2 - 2.5 miles, with refreshments and homemade goodies at the finish.

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Virginia Creeper Marathon
Race Day Info

	Race packets will be available at check-in for those staying at the Red Roof Inn. Other race packets will be available at that location (ask for the Race Director’s room) later on Saturday evening.
	Race-day packet pickup begins at 6:30am at Watauga Elementary School (see map).
	Limited parking at start/finish is reserved for race personnel. All participants are asked to park at Watauga Elem. School (1.25 miles from start/finish), with shuttle service available to/from race site. Please DO NOT attempt to park in nearby church lot or along Watauga Rd. near start/finish area. The local and state police frown upon that.
	Those desiring an early start should contact the race director prior to race day (note that early starters are ineligible for awards).
	There is no “official” awards ceremony. Awards will be presented to overall and age group winners as they are determined.