US Road Running - Fort Smith
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Event Overview
The US Road Running event in Fort Smith, Arkansas, offers a selection of road races including a 5K, 10K, and a Half Marathon. The event takes place at Chaffee Crossing on Zero Street. All participants are required to register in advance through the online portal, as there is no registration available on the day of the race.
Course Details
The races utilize out-and-back course layouts. Participants in the shorter distances use a 0.78-mile course, while Half Marathon participants use a separate 1.09-mile course. Each distance requires completing multiple loops:
- 5K: Two laps of the 1.56-mile out-and-back course.
- 10K: Four laps of the 1.56-mile out-and-back course.
- Half Marathon: Six laps of the 2.18-mile out-and-back course.
The event remains open for a total time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Participant Information
Packet pickup is organized on-site, beginning 30 minutes before the collective start and concluding 10 minutes prior to the race. Parking is available in the lot situated across from the playground area.
While the event follows a competitive structure with series points and awards, it also includes a costume category. Participants who choose to wear costumes may have their photos taken at the start of the event for a best costume award. All finishers receive a themed medal upon completion of their specific distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
