Flint Hills 50 and Marathon
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Event Overview
The Flint Hills 50 and Marathon takes place on April 11, 2026, near Manhattan, Kansas. The course is on mostly dirt roads in the scenic Flint Hills.
Distances
- 50 Miler
- Marathon
Course Details
The Marathon consists of one 26.2-mile loop with 4 aid stations. The 50 Miler consists of two 25-mile loops with 5 aid stations per loop. The 50 Miler has a 14-hour cutoff time, and the Marathon has a 13.5-hour cutoff time. The course is described as having over 2000 feet of elevation change per loop.
Other Information
Packet pickup is available on Friday, April 10th, at Manhattan Running Company, and on race day at the start/finish line located at the Green Valley Community Center (3770 Green Valley Rd, Manhattan, KS). Following the race, there will be food and non-alcoholic drinks. All proceeds from the race go to support local schools.
Awards
Every finisher receives a finisher's belt buckle with the race logo. Winners receive a painted rock from the course. Participants who have completed the race 5 times also receive a painted rock with all the years completed on it. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
