Balboa Park 8 Miler
Founded in 1955, the Balboa Park 8 Miler is San Diego's longest consecutively run race — a capped, 2,000-runner event through the rolling terrain and historic landmarks of Balboa Park.
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Aspen Backcountry Marathon
Aspen Backcountry Marathon | Rio Grande Park, Aspen Rio Grande Park, 139 Rio Grande Pl, Aspen, CO 81611, Aspen, Colorado, United StatesCourse HighlightsThe Aspen Backcountry Marathon is one of Colorado's most stunning trail races, utilizing the world-class trail network that surrounds the legendary resort town of Aspen. All three distances — the 50K, marathon, and heavy half-marathon — run almost exclusively on single-track dirt trails with diverse terrain: challenging climbs through aspen groves, high ridge traverses with panoramic views of the Elk Mountains, and technical descents back into the valley. The 50K distance includes an out-and-back to the McNamara Hut, part […]
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TD Beach to Beacon 10K
TD Beach to Beacon 10K | Crescent Beach State Park 66 Two Lights Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME, United StatesThe TD Beach to Beacon 10K is one of the most prestigious 10K road races in North America, taking runners on a stunning point-to-point course along the rocky Maine coastline from Crescent Beach State Park to the historic Portland Head Light at Fort Williams Park. Founded in 1998 by Olympic marathon gold medalist Joan Benoit Samuelson — a Maine native — the race draws elite international runners and recreational participants who fight through a competitive lottery for the chance to […]
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Bridge of the Gods Run
Bridge of the Gods Run, Half Marathon & 10k | Location Bridge Of The Gods, Cascade Lakes, Oregon, United StatesIf you're an avid runner and love the thrill of a challenging marathon, then the Bridge of the Gods Run is just the event for you. Held annually on the third weekend of August, runners from around the world flock to the beautiful Columbia River Gorge to participate in this stunning race. The Bridge of the Gods Run boasts of a challenging racecourse, breathtaking scenery, and a lively atmosphere, making it a favorite among runners and enthusiasts alike. In this […]
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Craft Classic Seattle
Craft Classic Seattle | Start Downtown Park, 16101 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA, United StatesThe Craft Classic Seattle features a flat and fast course through Redmond followed by a festive post-race beer garden. Course Highlights The Craft Classic courses are out-and-back routes on the paved Sammamish River Trail, offering a flat and fast terrain ideal for setting personal records. Runners can enjoy sweeping scenic views while passing through the heart of Redmond. The half marathon course includes five well-spaced aid stations providing water, Tailwind electrolytes, and GU gels to support participants throughout the race. […]
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Sierre-Zinal
Sierre-Zinal | Sierre Finges, 3960 Sierre, Switzerland, Sierre, Valais, SwitzerlandSierre-Zinal is an iconic 31 km mountain race in the Swiss Alps, famously known as the 'Race of the Five 4,000s' for its views of five legendary peaks. It attracts elite athletes and amateurs alike for its challenging elevation and breathtaking scenery. Course Highlights Known as the "Race of the Five 4,000s," Sierre-Zinal offers some of the most spectacular views in the trail running world. The point-to-point course stretches 31 kilometers through the heart of the Swiss Valais Alps, connecting […]
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Lululemon SeaWheeze Half Marathon
Lululemon SeaWheeze Half Marathon | Vancouver Hastings St & Hornby St, Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaThe Lululemon SeaWheeze Half Marathon is a premier running and yoga festival in Vancouver, featuring a scenic coastal course and a weekend of community celebrations. Course Highlights The Lululemon SeaWheeze Half Marathon offers one of the most breathtaking running routes in North America, perfectly showcasing the natural beauty of Vancouver, British Columbia. The course begins in the heart of Downtown Vancouver at the intersection of Hastings and Hornby Streets, leading runners through vibrant urban corridors before transitioning to the world-famous […]
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Haulin Aspen Trail Marathon
Haulin Aspen Trail Marathon | Sunriver OR Sunriver, OR 97707 (Deschutes National Forest trails), Sunriver, Oregon, United StatesCourse HighlightsHaulin Aspen Trail Marathon & Half Marathon runs through the spectacular trail network surrounding Sunriver Resort and the Deschutes National Forest in Central Oregon. The course winds through golden aspen groves (at their most spectacular in late summer), old-growth ponderosa pine forests, and open meadows with sweeping views of the Three Sisters, Mount Bachelor, and Broken Top. The marathon and half marathon share the same scenic forest terrain, making this one of Central Oregon's premier late-summer trail experiences.Race DetailsThe […]
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Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon
Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon | Georgetown, CO Georgetown, CO 80444 (start); 1601 Miner St, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 (finish), Georgetown, Colorado, United StatesCourse HighlightsThe Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon — affectionately known as the GTIS Half — has been a Colorado running institution for nearly five decades. The point-to-point course follows the historic path of the Argentine Central Railroad through the stunning Clear Creek Canyon, connecting the Victorian mountain town of Georgetown to the gold-rush heritage town of Idaho Springs. The route follows the canyon's gentle contours along Clear Creek, offering dramatic rock wall scenery, rushing whitewater, and views of Colorado's […]
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Tunnel Vision Marathon
Tunnel Vision Marathon | North Bend I-90 Exit 54, Snoqualmie Pass, North Bend, WA, United StatesA fast, downhill marathon on the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail, featuring a unique 2.4-mile passage through the dark Snoqualmie Tunnel and a significant net elevation drop. Course Highlights The Tunnel Vision Marathon offers a truly unique racing experience, highlighted by its 2.4-mile journey through the historic Snoqualmie Tunnel. This dark, cool passage requires runners to use headlamps, creating an unforgettable atmosphere as they traverse the Cascades from the inside out. Emerging from the tunnel, participants are greeted by […]
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City2Surf
City2Surf | Sydney Intersection of Park Street and College Street, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaThe City2Surf is the world's largest fun run, an iconic 14km journey that takes over 80,000 participants from Sydney's CBD to the famous Bondi Beach. Course Highlights The City2Surf features one of the most iconic race courses in the world, stretching 14 kilometers from the heart of Sydney to the Pacific Ocean. The journey begins at the intersection of Park Street and College Street in the Sydney CBD, right next to Hyde Park. Runners quickly head down William Street and […]
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City2Surf Sydney
City2Surf Sydney | Sydney Park St & College St, Sydney NSW 2000, Sydney, New South Wales, AustraliaThe City2Surf is the world's largest fun run, a legendary 14km course that takes participants from the Sydney CBD to the iconic Bondi Beach. Course Highlights The Voltaren City2Surf features one of the most picturesque and challenging 14km courses in the world. Starting in the heart of Sydney’s CBD at the intersection of Park Street and College Street, runners are immediately swept up in the energy of thousands of fellow participants. The route heads through the Kings Cross Tunnel and […]
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Mont-Tremblant Half-Marathon
Mont-Tremblant Half-Marathon | Mont-Tremblant 1145 rue de Saint Jovite, Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, CanadaThe Mont-Tremblant Half-Marathon is a premier summer running event in the Laurentians, featuring scenic road courses ranging from 1K to 21.1K through forests and lakeside vistas. Course Highlights The Mont-Tremblant Half-Marathon offers one of the most scenic road race experiences in North America, winding through the heart of Quebec's stunning Laurentian Mountains. The flagship 21.1K course begins in the picturesque Old Village at Parc Daniel Lauzon, leading runners past the serene shores of Lac Tremblant and along the iconic Montée […]
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Bigfoot 200
Bigfoot 200 | Cougar Marble Mountain Sno-Park, NF-83, Cougar, WA, United StatesThe Bigfoot 200 is a premier 200-mile point-to-point ultramarathon that traverses the technical and volcanic terrain of Washington's Cascade Mountains. Course Highlights The Bigfoot 200 Endurance Run offers an unparalleled journey through the rugged and diverse landscapes of the Cascade Mountains in Washington State. The race begins at the base of the iconic Mount St. Helens, where runners navigate through the otherworldly "blast zone" and vast lava fields created by the 1980 eruption. This section provides stark, moon-like scenery with […]
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Vasaloppet Summer Run (Vasaloppet’s Summer Week)
Vasaloppet Summer Run (Vasaloppet's Summer Week) | Sälen and Mora Vasaloppsvägen, 780 67 Sälen, Sälen and Mora, Dalarna, SwedenThe Vasaloppet Summer Run is a series of prestigious trail and ultra-running races held in Sweden, following the historic 92 km route from Sälen to Mora. Course Highlights The Vasaloppet Summer Run, part of the renowned Vasaloppet Summer Week, takes place in the historic Vasaloppet Arena, tracing the legendary path used by skiers during the winter months. The flagship event, Ultravasan 90, starts in Sälen and spans 92 kilometers to the finish line in Mora. Runners experience a diverse terrain […]
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Bridger Ridge Run
Bridger Ridge Run | Location Montana, United StatesHave you always been up for a running challenge? How about a marathon with a breathtaking view and steep climb? Well, you’re just in luck. Bridger Ridge Run is a fun and competitive race that’s worth every penny spent and every sweat bead shed. With Rocky Mountain peaks and steep ridges, the Bridger Ridge Run trail has been ranked as one of the most technical running trails in America. It’s a grueling test of physical ability, endurance, and mental toughness […]
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AREA 13.1 Half Marathon, 10k & 5k
Area 13.2 Half Marathon, 10k & 5k | Location 575 Riverside Road, Roswell, Georgia, United StatesAre you ready to lace up your shoes and hit the pavement in the upcoming Area 13.1 Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k? This exciting night race is set in Roswell, Georgia, is perfect for beginners and seasoned runners alike. With a course designed to encourage speed, the Area 13.1 race is a fantastic opportunity to get active, meet new people, and bring out your competitive spirit. In this blog post, we'll explore everything you need to know before you take […]
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America’s Finest City Half Marathon & 5K
Cabrillo National Monument 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA, United StatesOne of San Diego's oldest and most beloved races, the America's Finest City Half Marathon runs from Cabrillo National Monument to Balboa Park with stunning Bay and downtown views.
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ASICS Falmouth Road Race
ASICS Falmouth Road Race | Woods Hole Start Water Street, Woods Hole, Falmouth, MA, United StatesThe ASICS Falmouth Road Race is one of the most iconic road races in the United States — a 7-mile point-to-point along the southern Cape Cod coastline from Woods Hole to Falmouth Heights. First run in 1973 with a field of just 92 runners, Falmouth has grown into a world-class event that draws Olympic medalists, elite international runners, and more than 10,000 recreational participants every August. Course Highlights The race begins in the historic village of Woods Hole, home of […]
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Leadville Trail 100 Run
Leadville Trail 100 Run | Leadville Corner of 6th St & Harrison Ave, Leadville, CO, United StatesThe Leadville Trail 100 Run is a legendary 100-mile out-and-back ultramarathon through the high-altitude terrain of the Colorado Rockies, famously known as the "Race Across the Sky." Course Highlights The Leadville Trail 100 Run course is a brutal out-and-back ultramarathon that will push even the toughest runners to their limits. Starting and finishing in the heart of Leadville at 10,200 feet, the course traverses the rugged and unrelenting terrain of the Colorado Rockies. Key highlights include the steep and punishing […]
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Leadville Trail 100 Run
Leadville Trail 100 | Leadville, CO 6th St & Harrison Ave, Leadville, CO 80461, Leadville, Colorado, United StatesCourse HighlightsThe Leadville Trail 100 Run — the Race Across the Sky — is the defining event of American ultrarunning. The 99.7-mile out-and-back course starts and finishes in Leadville, Colorado (10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in the United States) and crosses the legendary Hope Pass twice at 12,500–12,600 feet, climbs the rugged Powerline section, traverses technical stretches of the Colorado Trail, and descends to the lowest point of 9,200 feet at Twin Lakes. The course accumulates 15,492 feet of […]
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Leadville Trail 100
Leadville Trail 100 | Start Corner of 6th St & Harrison Ave, Leadville, CO, United StatesThe Leadville Trail 100 Run is a legendary 100-mile ultramarathon through the Rocky Mountains, known for its extreme elevation and "Grit, Guts, and Determination" ethos. Course Highlights The "Race Across the Sky" follows a brutal out-and-back course through the heart of the Colorado Rockies, featuring over 15,000 feet of elevation gain. Runners start at 10,200 feet in Leadville and face grueling climbs over Sugarloaf Pass and the notorious Powerline section. The true crux of the course is the double ascent […]
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Telluride Mountain Run
Telluride Mountain Run | Town Park, Telluride Telluride Town Park, Telluride, CO 81435, Telluride, Colorado, United StatesCourse HighlightsThe Telluride Mountain Run is one of the most visually spectacular mountain running events in the American West, set above the jaw-dropping box canyon town of Telluride in the heart of Colorado's San Juan Mountains. Runners navigate old mining roads, technical singletrack, and sweeping alpine tundra over mountain passes and exposed ridgelines, with portions of the course reaching above 13,000 feet. The 65-mile distance — new for 2026 — starts at 6:00 AM from Telluride Town Park and traverses […]
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Reykjavík Marathon
Reykjavík Marathon | Reykjavík Sæmundargata, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæðið, IcelandThe Reykjavík Marathon is Iceland's premier running event, held annually in August to coincide with the city's Culture Night and featuring a scenic, flat course through the capital. Course Highlights The Islandsbanki Reykjavík Marathon course is renowned for its stunning scenery, taking runners through the heart of the world's northernmost capital and along its beautiful coastline. The route begins near the iconic Tjörnin pond and winds through the residential areas of the city before heading out to the coastline. One […]
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Íslandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon
Íslandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon | Reykjavik Sæmundargata, Reykjavik, Capital Region, IcelandThe Íslandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon is a scenic, AIMS-certified road race held annually in August, coinciding with the city's Culture Night festival. Course Highlights The Íslandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon offers a uniquely scenic and relatively flat course that showcases the diverse beauty of Iceland's capital. Starting on Sæmundargata, near the University of Iceland, runners traverse a route that wind through the historic city center, past iconic landmarks like the pond (Tjörnin) and along the picturesque coastline with stunning views of the North […]
