Heroes of America Marathon
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Heroes of America Marathon Half Marathon and 5K
The event in Columbus, GA includes marathon, half marathon, 5K and military divisions, with start and finish behind the Columbus Marriott on Broadway. Courses run south of the Marriott using streets such as Broadway, W 9th Street and 1st Avenue and follow the Columbus River Walk. The marathon course is 26.2 miles and includes a loop inside Fort Benning from mile 8.25 to mile 17.75 before returning to the Marriott. The overall course is reasonably flat with some smaller inclines.
Distances
- 26.2 miles Marathon; loop inside Fort Benning from mile 8.25 to 17.75.
- 13.1 miles Half Marathon; starts and finishes on Broadway behind the Columbus Marriott.
- 3.1 miles 5K; starts after the half marathon and shares the same start and finish.
- 13.1 miles Virtual Half Marathon military division available.
Additional details note that the marathon does not allow participants who use hand cranks because of the River Walk width. A Ranger Challenge relay marathon for military teams is offered, limited to two runners per team with a single exchange point at 13.1 miles inside Fort Benning; access to the exchange requires military clearance and transportation to the exchange is not provided by the event.
Packet pickup is at the Columbus Marriott. Finishers receive a race t shirt and a finisher's medal. Parking options include the 801 Front Avenue deck garage and lots at 901 Bay Avenue; limited street parking is available on 9th Street. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
