Don’t let your New Year’s resolution to tackle a half marathon pass you by! The Last Chance Marathon & Half Marathon, held on the final day of the year, is the best way to leave 2023 in the dust.
Last Chance Marathon & Half Marathon
December 31, 2023
Bellingham
Trail & Road
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100-500
Some Hills
High: 48°
/ Low: 33°
During the race, participants experience scenic views and “just enough hills to make it interesting.” The half marathon is an out-and-back course. (Those running the full marathon will tackle the course twice.)
The Last Chance Marathon & Half Marathon is held on Bellingham’s Interurban trail, starting at Fairhaven Park Pavilion and proceeding to the turnaround point at Clayton Beach. Throughout the course, the surface is packed gravel over an old railroad bed, with the brief exception of a three-quarter-mile section of double track trails.
Participants are advised to carry their own water and aid throughout the race. There are two aid stations along the course, as well as a start/finish line aid station for full marathoners. However, these areas are spaced generously apart, with aid approximately every 3.5 miles.
After you conquer your distance, celebrate your accomplishment with a feast of soups, sandwiches, and snacks at the finish line.
Overview
Don’t let your New Year’s resolution to tackle a half marathon pass you by! The Last Chance Marathon & Half Marathon, held on the final day of the year, is the best way to leave 2023 in the dust.
Course Description
During the race, participants experience scenic views and “just enough hills to make it interesting.” The half marathon is an out-and-back course. (Those running the full marathon will tackle the course twice.)
The Last Chance Marathon & Half Marathon is held on Bellingham’s Interurban trail, starting at Fairhaven Park Pavilion and proceeding to the turnaround point at Clayton Beach. Throughout the course, the surface is packed gravel over an old railroad bed, with the brief exception of a three-quarter-mile section of double track trails.
Participants are advised to carry their own water and aid throughout the race. There are two aid stations along the course, as well as a start/finish line aid station for full marathoners. However, these areas are spaced generously apart, with aid approximately every 3.5 miles.
After you conquer your distance, celebrate your accomplishment with a feast of soups, sandwiches, and snacks at the finish line.
