National Races

Founded in 1983 by local running enthusiasts who wanted to share the beauty of the Grand Traverse Region and the Old Mission Peninsula, the Bayshore Marathon has become a “must run” for runners throughout the Midwest and beyond. Many runners return year after year to enjoy the scenic courses which run along the shores of beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. Bayshore events feature a 10K, half marathon and full marathon. To ensure a more enjoyable experience, the number of runners in all three races is limited. Bayshore races are held on Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend.

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The Coeur d’Alene Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k run offers one of the most spectacular events in the country. At an elevation of 2200 feet above sea level, the resort community of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, resting on the shores of spectacular Lake Coeur d’Alene, welcomes visitors to one of the most breathtaking races in North America.

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Select between marathon, half marathon, 10k, and 5k race distances in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID. This year’s race will also offer Live and Virtual race options. The Kids Marathon and Half Marathon Challenge is also back by popular demand! Shirts are only guaranteed for participants registering more than 10 days before the race. Shirts are on a first come first serve basis for those regist

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Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5KSaturday, June 4, 2022 

Start/finish location is at the Intervale Trailhead.
Marathon begins at 7:00am, half marathon at 7:15am, 10K at 7:30am and 5K at 7:45am

The Jackson River Scenic Trail follows its namesake river, winding its way between Intervale, just north of Covington, to Smith Bridge Trail Head 14.4 miles north. The trail follows an old railroad bed of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway (Hot Springs Branch) and passes through small communities, cultivated fields, and small patches of woodland along the way. It’s common to see wildlife from the trail (birds, turtles, r

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The Ramon Criss Storm the Dam Trail presented by W Investments is a chip-timed trail run which winds through

El Dorado Lake State Park. The race consists of three races; the SBA half marathon, 10K & 5K. Runners will use the Teter Nature Trail; along with a challenging single-track trail. Depending on rainfall expect some wet and muddy crossings. Of course, you will have to “storm up” the dam! Grassy moderate rolling hills of the Boulder Bluff horse trail await you next, work your way through the Walnut Ridge Trail before crossing the finish line near the amphitheater.

 

Course limit is 4 hours

 

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On June 5, 1976, the collapse of the Teton River Dam unleashed a savage flood which caused $500 million in damage, took eleven lives, and made thousands homeless in Wilford, Sugar City, Rexburg, Salem, Hibbard, Firth, Blackfoot, and Roberts.

This tragedy was turned into triumph by the victims’ own faith and courage and by an outpouring of aid by many volunteers from Idaho and nearby states. For t

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The Utah Valley Marathon is arguably the fastest June Marathon in the country. Of all spring marathons this course offers the most unique and diverse scenery. Both the Utah Valley marathon and half marathon are USATF certified, and the marathon course is a Boston Marathon qualifier. The half marathon sells out fast, so make sure to look into this Utah Half Marathon that finishes in the heart of downtown Provo. Half marathon participants will run the last half of the full marathon course.

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The North Olympic Discovery Marathon takes place on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula in Washington State.

The event hub is downtown Port Angeles and all event activities are within walking distance. Downtown offers hotels, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and access to the waterfront.

NODM events take place over the two day weekend. Read below for specific race details.

All events finish at City Pier in downtown Port Angeles. The Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K races are point to point and have separate start venues. Free shuttles from downtown are available for participants to take to their race start.

City Pier is open to the public on race day and all spectators, family, friends, and community members are invited to attend. We hope you w

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EVENT DETAILS Join us at the Independence Series – Day 5 – NY in Port Jervis, NY for a great event. Races: Half Marathon, Marathon.

For additional event information (such as race start times, race course descriptions, race maps, race awards, race reviews, race registration, and other runner essentials), please visit the Independence Series – Day 5 – NY event website.

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New Race Series put on by Port Angeles Marathon Association, same organization who puts on the North Olympic Discovery Marathon.

5 Races – 5 Medals throughout 2021. Onsite and Virtual Race Option. The North Olympic Discovery Marathon is the 3rd race in the series of 5.

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JUNE 5, 2022

Join us in 2022 for the 41st annual running of the Steamboat Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k. Run alongside the roaring Elk River through the emerald green pastures on Country Road 129 with the snow-capped Rocky Mountains of Colorado all around and find out why the Steamboat Marathon was ranked as one of the “Top 10 Destination Marathons in North America.”

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This amazing run course will take you alongside the Boulder Reservoir, remaining mostly on dirt roads and trails. The course is flat with only 200 feet of gain, and will provide views of the Boulder Reservoir and Rocky Mountains

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This course has the best the island has to offer.  While we have long been considered one of the most scenic routes, this course takes it off the charts, running through two National Parks, a State Park and a County Park and miles of water and natural beauty.

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Course follows city streets and takes runners through the Arboretum.

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• Yo Dirt Kickers,

You signed up to do this, what were ya thinkin’? Seriously, I’m proud of ya already! You are the the non wimps, those towin’ the line at DWD DEVIL’S LAKE!

We’ve been a polishin’ the course up and y’all is in for a dandy good time! Course info is up on the web site now. It might not make much sense to ya but not to worry, when we say go, just follow ribbons till ya finish!

2:30 PM – 7:30 PM we’ll be serving up fine local fare! So, you 10K, half marathon, marathon and fast 50K folks can finish, go fre

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Course: Mostly paved with a few small patches of gravel, four bridges (two covered).

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One of America’s Top

The comforts and friendliness of the small Idaho town of Ashton are just one of the unique features that have earned this town’s annual Mesa Falls Marathon & Half Marathon raves as one of the nation’s 50 great marathons by the authors of the book From Fairbanks to Boston, 50 Great U.S. Marathons.

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   Friendly Massey Marathon & Half Marathon, 10K Massey,is in Ontario CA. The Friendly Massey Marathon has had many names such as the Northern Lites Marathon, the Rainbow Country Marathon, the Voyageur Marathon, the Friendly Voyageur Marathon and now the Friendly Massey Marathon. The name has changed but the friendly spirit of the race has remained the same over the years. Norm Patenaude was the original organizer of the Marathon. My research has indicated that Norm started the race in Chelmsford. It was in Sudbury, Espanola and then moved to Massey. In 1978, Russ Thom said that it was called the Rainbow Country Marathon and was located in Espanola. N [read more]

Saturday, July 23, 2022

We are looking forward to the 2022 Races. At this point, we are making plans to have all four races (marathon, half-marathon, 10k, and 5k) on Friday, July 23rd. This will be a special year, focused on overcoming challenges and returning to normal activity and gathering as a community of runners. We will be publishing information in the next few months as COVID protocols and restrictions change and develop. 

First run in 1970, the Deseret News Marathon is the oldest road race in Utah and the 4th oldest marathon west of the continental divide. The marathon follows the path the Utah pioneers traveled when they first entered the valley. This event is truly a part of Utah’s heritage!

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 University of Okoboji Marathon & Half Marathon, Triathlon, 10K Okoboji, IA USA PACKET PICKUP: Runner’s packets with BIB’s, T-shirts, Chips and instructions should be picked up at The Three Sons in Milford, Iowa from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Friday before the race. AWARDS: Will be given to top 3 finishers in each age category of all events. Award ceremony at 11:00AM near finish line @ Arnolds Park. Finisher medals for marathon only. AID STATIONS: Aid stations with water and sports drink will be located approximately every 2 miles along the course at the mile markers COURSE: The course will be marked by spray paint on the blacktop surface. Contestants must register, wear assigned chip, and participant numbers visible to race officials during entire event and crossing f

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BREATHTAKING VIEWS, HISTORIC TRAIL

A breathtaking run along the historic Columbia River Highway State Park trail.

​The Bridge of the Gods Half Marathon and 10K runs start on the Washington side of the spectacular Columbia River. As a competitor, you will be thrilled by the amazing views of the river directly underfoot, guaranteed to get your blood pumping before you reach the first mile.  

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Hello Runners!!

Running along the fringe of the mysterious Area 51, this stretch of highway (375) has an overwhelming number of reported UFO sightings. So much so, that in 1996 the federal government officially named highway 375 the “Extraterrestrial Highway”. The ET Highway has become a gathering place for UFO enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With elevations ranging from roughly 4000-5600 feet, the high desert will enchant you with gorgeous vegetation, surrounding mountains, and stunning vistas. An additional treat is the cooler temperatures. Rachel, NV is generally 15 degrees cooler than the Las Vegas Valley; coupled with a midnight run, temperatures should be in the 60’s in August!

All runners are REQUIRED to wear a 360

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Mt. Sneffels Marathon & Half Marathon held every August in Ouray, Colorado, is not only a destination race vacation but also one of the most scenic runs in America. The 10K. is a new addition to the race. All races are on county dirt roads. along the Uncompahgre River Valley ranch lands and alpine lakes. This race is for all…serious competitors & fun runners.
Come enjoy the beauty of Ouray this August!

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2022 Servus Edmonton Marathon

• Online registration is now open.

We will be hosting in- person events for the Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K distances, Sunday August 21, 2022.
Due to event logistics, volunteers, other mitigating factors, the race organizers have decided to run a scaled down, one day event with the exclusion of the 5K and Kids events.
For more information visit the FAQ page.

 

The “friendly” marathon
Approachable, accessible, good-natured, this is the marathon where you will feel right at home. No intimidation here, we make it more personal, more genuine, more fun. Hey, it’s the Edmonton way. Marathoners say even our cour

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The Boulder Sunset 10K & 5K Run is part of BBSC’s biggest endurance event of the summer. Spend your weekend racing with BBSC at the incredible and scenic Boulder Reservoir. Register, and start training for the end-of-the-summer endurance festival with BBSC.

5K Course
8:00am
This out & back course is flat, fast & beautiful as you run across the Boulder Reservoir dam. There will be 2 opportunities to fuel up at or near each mile marker, preparing you for that slight downhill sprint to the finish!

10K Course
8:00am
This out & back course is flat, fast & beautiful as you run across the Boulder Reservoir dam. There will be 6 opportunities to fuel up at or near each mile

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The East Canyon Marathon has four distances. Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K. 

The Full Marathon starts overlooking Salt Lake City at the Big Mountain Pass at the top of Emigration Canyon and heads East. This course follows along pine trees, aspens and follows several miles along the East Canyon Reservoir. The Full joins Half Marathon about 3/4 around East Canyon Reservoir where the Half Marathons starts and then heads down Red Rock Canyon which has great views and landscapes and unique rock formations. Around Mile 20 of the race the course turns into farmland with beautiful fields of grain and cool barns. The 10K and 5K are out and back courses that start where all distances finish at the Morgan County Fairgrounds. 

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The Hamilton NightGlow is Ohio’s premier evening run. Ohio’s ultimate nighttime running experience! Join us in Hamilton, Ohio on September 4, 2021, where runners of every experience level can participate in a variety of races.  The event features a Full Marathon, Marathon Relay (2 or 4 person), Half Marathon and 10K.

There will be plenty of hydration stations throughout the glowing course. This is the perfect opportunity to qualify on a flat and fast course, as this route is USTAF Certified and serves as a 2022 Boston Qualifier!

About the City of Hamilton
Located along the Great Miami River and in the heart of the Cincinnat

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Sunday, September 5th

6:30 am – 8:30 am – Race Kit Pick-Up at Queen’s Square Park

• 7:30 am – 42.2 km Run Only ** No early marathon start time!

• 8:45 am – 21.1 km Run/Walk

** Bag drop will be available

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FREDERICTON MARATHON 2021 RACE UPDATE

The Stewart McKelvey Fredericton Marathon May Race Weekend will occur
Sept. 3-5, 2021, Labour Day weekend.

“The health and safety of everyone involved in the event – the participants, volunteers and spectators – must come first,&rd

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COURSE OVERVIEW

This will be a wave start race. Waves of 10 people will start every 30 seconds. There will be 10 rows of cones with 10 cones per row spaced 10 feet apart. You will self assign your wave on race day by selecting the wave and standing next to a cone. The announcer will start each wave. We ask that people social distance at least 10 feet while in the park and wait until 10 minutes prior to the start before selecting a wave. Your time will not start until you cross the start line. As you make your way from the wave to the start, please continue to social distance by 10 feet.

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Enjoy the most scenic run course along the edge of Sand Hollow!

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One of Colorado’s favorite trails meets one of its most glorious parks at our 7th annual Fallfest 5K, 10K, Half & Full Marathon! As courses wind southwest along Big Dry Creek Trail, the remarkable sight of Standley Lake with the Flatirons on the horizon will come into view, then the rustic nature to the northeast will be waiting to greet our marathon athletes. A course that’s not too hilly & not too flat makes this the perfect choice for all abilities & preferences, plus… along with its Endless Series sidekick in April… Beat the Heat, All-Out Multicourse is

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Here is some helpful information and important notes to understand about this year’s race. Registration and Race Day - This race will be much small than year’s past - capped at 1000 participants across the 4 events. - There will be staggered starts every 10 - 15 minutes, until all participants have gone through the start line. - All participants will be required to wear face coverings when social distancing is not possible, this means start, finish, aid stations, and any area along the course where runners are closer than 6 feet from each other. - The post- race will be minimal to avoid crowding. 

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This sought-after course has nothing to envy to other events. From Daniel Johnson Park, turn left on Leclerc Boulevard to continue left on Saint-André. You will continue your race on Dufferin Street, Crowie Street and Saint-Charles Street before following Lake Boivin. You will continue on Estriade and you will embark on the La Granbyenne bike path to finally reach Drummond at the corner of Vanier. On the course, there will be six water stations and toilets.

For safety purposes, the course may change without notice.

At the finish line, participations medals and a full meal will be offered.

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The races take place on the Bob Trail at Trap Pond State Park in Laurel, DE. The Trap Pond State Park is located at 33587 Baldcypress Lane, Laurel, DE 19956. The races start on the trail from different locations (please see race start locations on the map in the Parking section below) near the Bald Cypress Nature Center. All four races finish at the same location also near the Nature Center.

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We hope you join us for our annual run at Kings Mountain State Park in Clover South Carolina!

We hope you join us for our annual run at Kings Mountain State Park in Clover South Carolina!

In 2021 we’re continuing our awesome tag team partnership with the Camp Cherokee YMCA staff to make this event bigger, better, and more inclusive than ever before. With the addition of the kid’s races, 5k, and a 10k to the half and full marathon, there will be something for everyone. This event supports Camp Cherokee and Kings Mountain State Park revitalization efforts and helps get more kids to summer camps.

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Course Description:

• Certified NJ13501JHP, NJ13502JHP, NJ13503JHP 1.000 miles flat loop on pavement and crushed gravel
• Special start line for those only trying for a Marathon or 50K finish.
• Certified Marathon Course (NJ13502JHP) Boston Qualifier
• Certified 50K Course (NJ13503JHP)
• Certified 50 Mile Time - will be exactly 50 laps
• Certified 100 Mile Time - will be exactly 100 laps
• IAU Bronze Label
• USATF Sanctioned event
• A lit course at night
• Display showin

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The Arkansas Marathon is one of the oldest and most unique marathons in the South. The race is not crowded, parking is easy, and the scenery is great! In fact, you may even find yourself sharing the road with deer, turkey, squirrel and the odd rabbit or two. The road course takes you along the northern boundry of the Ouachita National Forest and is an out-and-back course.

The race also finishes in the middle of the local October Daze fall festival so your family and friends can shop, listen to music or just hang out while you run.

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California’s oldest trail marathon takes place on beautiful Catalina Island located off the coast of Los Angeles and surrounded by blue ocean, green hills and more beauty than you have ever run through.   Experience the Catalina Island Conservancy the way it was intended to be experienced, on foot, running, and noticing the history and beauty of the island.  This is a bucket list event that you will want to run year, after year, after year.

Starting in the small town of Two Harbors on the far side of the island, you will traverse the island on dirt roads and trails heading back to Avalon. With a net elevation gain of over 4300 feet you will see spectacular vistas, ocean views and the occasional American Bison

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A half marathon and full marathon course have been designed and tested by local runners to provide the best scenery, safety, and support for your race experience.

What you’ll see at these parks on or near S.C. 11 is a vista of unparalleled beauty from the heights of the Blue Ridge Escarpment at Caesars Head, the deep and serene mystery of mountain coves in Devils Fork, a look at the environmental and human history of the Blue Ridge Mountains, South Carolina’s wide-open waters at Lake Hartwell

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bout the Historic Atlantic City MarathonEstablished in 1958, the Atlantic City Marathon is the third oldest continuing marathon in the United States. The marathon course is noted for being fast and flat, including eight miles of oceanfront Boardwalk running! 

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Returning in March 2022

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Join us for a beautiful fall marathon in Southern Oregon in the heart of the Rogue Valley. Our flat, fast course, generous prize purse, and post-race festivities make this a race that you don’t want to miss.

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The race takes place on the paved Western Maryland Rail Trail. The start/finish is located on the Western Maryland Rail Trail just north of C&O Bicycle at 9 S Pennsylvania Ave Hancock, MD 21750. Join us for fun on a fast and scenic certified BQ course. The WMRT Marathon and Half Marathon are USATF Certified courses.

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Babbling streams will be your soundtrack as you challenge yourself on the lush singletrack within Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. The course is a bit challenging with the hills, streams and rocks - which makes it all the more exciting and rewarding. This state park is a local treasure that is untapped by tourists and located just minutes from the area’s great restaurants and wineries. The event is limited to 300 participants and sells out every year so don’t wait too long to register!

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Celebrate Halloween early at the Pumpkinman 10K and 5K Run in Boulder City! Wear a costume (or not) and race the streets of Boulder City with your favorite race company. The run course will be fully supported, with aid stations, volunteers and on-course restrooms.

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The half marathon runs a short segment on the C&O Canal after leaving West Virginia across the Potomac. You then join the marathon course and run the hills of Antietam. After the Antietam tour you run through historic Sharpsburg to return over the Rumsey Bridge to Shepherdstown.

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Virtual Race Only 2021. Returning in 2022 (October 23rd, 2022)

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The Cleveland Marathon began in 1978 in an effort to bring a positive and meaningful fitness event to the City of Cleveland. It features a relatively flat and fast course and a scenic view of downtown Cleveland and its major landmarks. The course has been designed for our athletes to enjoy views of Lake Erie and many other diverse neighborhoods and Cleveland highlights for a complete tour of the city.

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The Colorado Marathon is a gorgeous race held annually in Fort Collins, Colorado. The 2021 race has been postponed to the fall and will take place on October 23, 2022.

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The MCM Store

Shop the MCM Digital Store for exclusive Marine Corps Marathon gifts and merchandise that will keep the memories alive for years to come. Choose from limited-edition items like the Devil Dog Bobblehead, Miles and Molly plush toys, tumblers and mugs or official MCM finisher items to celebrate your accomplishments.

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The Fall Recycle Run is an exciting, fun race experience for beginners, families and seasoned runners. Starting and finishing at Equestrian Park South, this race features a Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Run on the River Mountain Loop Trail. Participants will receive a unique/past race shirt from a huge variety of colors and sizes, courtesy of a past race. Once you cross the finish line, you can choose your favorite recycled finisher medal, too! Stay for recycled overall and age group awards, to

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Two Cities Marathon presented by CalViva Health start and finish line activities will be located at beautiful Clovis Community College.

With just 60 miles from Yosemite, Fresno and its sister city Clovis, sit as the Gateway to Yosemite National Park as well as Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, home of some of the largest and oldest redwoods in the World!  With plenty of hotels to choose from you can see why many participants run, stay and play!

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