Clarence DeMar Marathon & Half Marathon

The half marathon is run along a point-to-point course beginning at the Surry Mountain Lake in Surry and ending at Keene State College. Shuttles will be available from the college’s Spaulding parking lot from 6:30-7:00 am on race day to transport half marathoners to the start of the course. From the starting line, the course winds south through Keene. While the race takes place predominantly on paved roads, several miles mid-race are run along a local bike path. Though the course is mostly flat, previous racers warn of the cemetery hill, which occurs around mile 5 of the half. 300+ volunteers provide ample course support and encouragement throughout the half marathon. Spectators gather at six cheering stations throughout the course to amp up runners. Water and Gatorade stops, helmed by volunteers, are available approximately every mile, and porta potties are stationed every 5 to 6 miles.