Fiery Gizzard Run Marathon & Half Marathon

November 30, 2024
Foster Falls State Park
Trail
Distances
Marathon, Half-Marathon
Starting Time

8:00 AM

Fees

$85+

Perfect For

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100-500
Challenging
Forested
High: 52°
/ Low: 34°

Run one of the top 25 trails in the United States at the Fiery Gizzard Run Marathon & Half Marathon, which takes participants along the beautiful Fiery Gizzard Trail.

Waterfalls over deep gorges, sprawling views across scenic overlooks, and remarkable rock formations abound as you traverse the trail once for the half marathon, or twice to complete the full 26.2 miles. Half marathon runners will climb approximately 3,500 feet during the course of the race, with marathoners doubling that for a total gain of 7,000 feet. The out-and-back course is fully run on trails, which are well-maintained by the park but can still be technical, particularly on the descents into the gorges. Race organizers will email participants a race layout approximately one week before the race, which they recommend reading to familiarize yourself with the course. While the course will have aid stations, they’re spaced 6-8 miles apart, so runners are encouraged to also carry their own supplies. This race is also cupless, so while aid stations will have water, sports drinks, gels, and snacks, runners must supply their own beverage containers. In addition to hosting a regular marathon and half marathon, there is also a rucking option—hiking or walking with a pack weighted with a steel ruck plate, weight vest block, or bumper plates. Rucking takes its name from military rucksacks, and this event both honors military members and provides an alternative workout to non-weighted running. The race is capped at 175 runners across both distances. Register early to secure a spot!
Overview
Run one of the top 25 trails in the United States at the Fiery Gizzard Run Marathon & Half Marathon, which takes participants along the beautiful Fiery Gizzard Trail.
Waterfalls over deep gorges, sprawling views across scenic overlooks, and remarkable rock formations abound as you traverse the trail once for the half marathon, or twice to complete the full 26.2 miles. Half marathon runners will climb approximately 3,500 feet during the course of the race, with marathoners doubling that for a total gain of 7,000 feet. The out-and-back course is fully run on trails, which are well-maintained by the park but can still be technical, particularly on the descents into the gorges. Race organizers will email participants a race layout approximately one week before the race, which they recommend reading to familiarize yourself with the course. While the course will have aid stations, they’re spaced 6-8 miles apart, so runners are encouraged to also carry their own supplies. This race is also cupless, so while aid stations will have water, sports drinks, gels, and snacks, runners must supply their own beverage containers. In addition to hosting a regular marathon and half marathon, there is also a rucking option—hiking or walking with a pack weighted with a steel ruck plate, weight vest block, or bumper plates. Rucking takes its name from military rucksacks, and this event both honors military members and provides an alternative workout to non-weighted running. The race is capped at 175 runners across both distances. Register early to secure a spot!

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Fiery Gizzard Run Marathon & Half Marathon Course Map

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Distances
Marathon, Half Marathon
Starting Time

8:00 AM

Fees

$85+

Perfect For

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