Entering double digits with its 10th year, the annual Buckeye Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k is sure to be a banger, with 530 of elevation loss throughout the course; it’s a fan favorite for a reason! Beloved for it’s emphatically downhill course structure, runners best be prepared to go fast. Apart from the performance surely to be had on the course, this event is also known for it’s awe-inspring natural beauty that’s presented to the runners eyes for the duration of the half marathon, taking participants along the foothills of the White Tank Mountains.
Buckeye Marathon Half Marathon 10K & 5K
January 11, 2025
Buckeye
Road
Distances
Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10k, 5k
Starting Time
8:00 AM
Fees
$50 - $75
Perfect For
Ready to sign up?
100-500
Downhill
Mountain Views
High: 63°
/ Low: 39°
Starting and finishing at the Buckeye Municipal Airport,, this race quickly takes runners through the beautiful White Tank Mountains before ending back at the speedy runway of Buckeye Municipal Airport. Getting into the specifics, runners make an immediate turn onto South Palo Verd Road, crossing Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, then onto Sun Valley Parkway. From there, runners, hang a left onto West Thomas Road before hanging a right quickly after onto North Brunner Road.
Once they reach the round-about, it’s back to North Brunner Road where they’ll retrace their footsteps back to the start line/finish line. So, what’s in it for you besides sore knees and a rest day? For starters, an epic custom finisher’s medal; it wouldn’t be a race without one! Second, all runners will be fitted with a dri-fit event t-shirt that they can where before, during, or after they cross the finish line. Finally, a runners brunch invite will be sent to all participants and their supporters to celebrate the completion of the race and the end of an awesome day.
Overview
Entering double digits with its 10th year, the annual Buckeye Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k is sure to be a banger, with 530 of elevation loss throughout the course; it’s a fan favorite for a reason! Beloved for it’s emphatically downhill course structure, runners best be prepared to go fast. Apart from the performance surely to be had on the course, this event is also known for it’s awe-inspring natural beauty that’s presented to the runners eyes for the duration of the half marathon, taking participants along the foothills of the White Tank Mountains.
Course Description
Starting and finishing at the Buckeye Municipal Airport,, this race quickly takes runners through the beautiful White Tank Mountains before ending back at the speedy runway of Buckeye Municipal Airport. Getting into the specifics, runners make an immediate turn onto South Palo Verd Road, crossing Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, then onto Sun Valley Parkway. From there, runners, hang a left onto West Thomas Road before hanging a right quickly after onto North Brunner Road.
Once they reach the round-about, it’s back to North Brunner Road where they’ll retrace their footsteps back to the start line/finish line. So, what’s in it for you besides sore knees and a rest day? For starters, an epic custom finisher’s medal; it wouldn’t be a race without one! Second, all runners will be fitted with a dri-fit event t-shirt that they can where before, during, or after they cross the finish line. Finally, a runners brunch invite will be sent to all participants and their supporters to celebrate the completion of the race and the end of an awesome day.
Past Results
Buckeye Marathon Half Marathon 10K & 5K Course Map
Distances
Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, 5k
Starting Time
8:00 AM
Fees
$50 - $75
