marathon

The marathon is the signature Eugene Marathon event. Participants run in the footsteps of legends like Steve Prefontaine, Raevyn Rogers, and Ashton Eaton as they experience 26.2 magical miles of Track Town USA.  Join thousands of cheering fans and participants from around the world and experience the magic for yourself!

Update: the marathon distance is sold out! But, there are still marathon bibs available through our charity fundraising teams. Visit our Run for a Reason page to learn more about joining a charity team.

Race Day: April 28, 2024

Start Time: 7:00 a.m.

Course Time Limit: 7 hours

Age: Must be at least 16 years old on race day

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Total Elevation Gain: 760 feet - Click on course map pdf for elevation details

USATF Certification Number: OR23003JH

World Athletics Certification Number: USA-2023-058

Pacers: Visit our Race Day Details page for information about Pacers

Course Description: The Eugene Marathon and Half Marathon courses will start on Agate Street, in the shadow of Hayward Field, heading south. The course takes runners through the University neighborhoods and south on E Amazon all the way to Frank Kinney Park. Heading back toward the University of Oregon, runners follow Amazon Parkway and turn east on 19th Ave. Near Mile 9, runners pass by Hayward Field heading north, cross Franklin Blvd and head east toward Springfield. After joining the Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path System, the Marathon and Half Marathon courses split at Knickerbocker Footbridge. The Half Marathon loops west in Alton Baker Park, crosses the Frohnmayer Footbridge and returns to Hayward Field for a final 200m on the track.

After splitting from the Half Marathon course, Marathoners will do a loop in Springfield before heading west on the Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path System. The course takes runners through Alton Baker Park, past Valley River Center to the Owosso Footbridge where they start the return journey to the finish. The final miles of the Marathon course run along the Willamette River and feature Eugene's new Downtown Riverfront Park. Marathoners rejoin the Half Marathon course for the final half mile of the race as they enjoy an epic finish on the track inside Hayward Field.

Wheelchair and Adaptive Athlete information

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