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Anyone can run a Marathon, but can you handle America’s Toughest Road Marathon? Find out April 16, 2011.
Local runners have crafted one of the most challenging and beautiful marathons on the east coast. In 2010 the full marathon course includes 3,076 feet of total elevation gain and 6,140 feet of total elevation change (expect an increase for 2011). The uphill portions will test each runner’s strength and endurance while the equally challenging downhill sections are sure to weed out those who are unprepared. The breathtaking views and stunning Blue Ridge Mountain scenery will offer some reprieve to runners as they persevere to the finish line!
Not only does the course include beautiful mountain scenery, it also offers an iconic START and FINISH at The Taubman Museum of Art in downtown Roanoke.
- What: Full & Half Marathon. 5-Person Team Relay. Walking Half. YMCA Kids Marathon
- Where: Roanoke, VA and Blue Ridge Parkway
- Date: April 16, 2011
- Start Time: 7:30 am
- Begins: Taubman Museum of Art
- Ends: Taubman Museum of Art
- Total Elevation Change: ~7,200 ft. (full), ~3,500 ft. (half).
- Most Difficult Section: Roanoke Mountain
- Beneficiary: Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway
- Honorary Race Chair: Rep. Bob Goodlatte (Va)
- Magnificent Views: Plenty
Net proceeds from this race will go to Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway – the official National Park Service Blue Ridge Parkway’s 501(c)(3) membership organization for visitors to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway works tirelessly to protect, preserve, and enhance the Blue Ridge Parkway – a national treasure!
The organizers would like to thank the National Park Service for its support of this event. We would also like to acknowledge the support of Honorary Race Chair Rep. Bob Goodlatte of Roanoke.
Get Running!
