Jamestown Rhode Races
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Jamestown Rhode Races
Events include:
- Half Marathon
- Virtual Half Marathon
The Jamestown Rhode Race takes place on Conanicut Island in Jamestown, Rhode Island, with course views of Narragansett Bay and the Newport Pell Bridge. The half marathon route circles nearly the entire island, passing historic Watson Farm, Mackeral Cove, Forts Wetherill and Getty recreational areas, and the village of Jamestown with its small shops and restaurants. The course includes a short unpaved section near mile two and a sustained incline around miles nine and ten. The published course limit for the half marathon is 3.5 hours and the event has a participant limit.
Parking and access are based at Fort Getty with capacity restrictions; only registered runners may park there and family or friends without a registered runner in their vehicle may need alternative arrangements. Spectators are permitted on course subject to traffic and safety rules; recommended viewing spots include Jamestown harbor, Freebody Road, Lawn Street School, and Mackerel Cove.
Aid stations are provided along the route and include water, electrolyte drink, some energy gels, bananas, and port-a-potties. Race amenities listed for participants include gender and race specific tech shirts, race specific finisher medals for the half marathon, free event photos, live participant tracking via a mobile app, and a family friendly post-race festival with music. The Jamestown Rhode Races hold a Green Certification from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
