Fort Smith Marathon
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Fort Smith Marathon, Half Marathon & 5 Leg Marathon Relay
The event includes three race options that start and finish at the River Front Pavilion, 100 N B St, Fort Smith, AR 72901. Distances offered are listed below and registration fees apply per event.
- 26.2 miles full marathon
- 13.1 miles half marathon
- 26.2 miles five leg relay
The marathon course passes historic downtown, residential neighborhoods and paved trails. The route features rolling terrain with several significant climbs and descents. The half marathon follows the marathon route until about mile 7.5, then rejoins the marathon near mile 9 for the return to the finish.
The relay course is divided into five legs with approximate distances and elevation gains: 5.4 miles with 260 feet gain, 4.8 miles with 114 feet gain, 4.5 miles with 262 feet gain, 6.3 miles with 237 feet gain, and 5.5 miles with 237 feet gain. Relay teams may include two to five people. Shuttle service will be provided to relay exchange points.
Age and time policies are specified: entrants must be at least 16 for the marathon and at least 12 for the half marathon, and there is an eight hour course time limit. Registrations may be transferred before March 15 and deferrals to the following year are offered as a 50 percent credit via a coupon code if requested before March 1. The event does not issue refunds; race cancellation or modification may occur for unsafe conditions and extreme weather is considered an act of God. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
