Leavenworth Marathon
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Event Overview
The Leavenworth Marathon takes place in Leavenworth, Washington, a town styled as a Bavarian village located near the Wenatchee/Okanogan National Forest and the Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area. The event features a marathon and a half marathon.
Course Details
The marathon starts in Icicle Canyon. The course includes a mix of paved roads, dirt roads, paths, and trails. It goes through Icicle Canyon, onto East Leavenworth Road, across the Wenatchee River Bridge into the Bavarian village, and along wooded riverfront parks and trails. Runners complete two laps on parts of the course, finishing at Enchantment Park. The marathon has a six-hour time limit.
The half marathon starts and finishes at Enchantment Park. It goes through the Bavarian village on Front Street and into Riverfront Park, later joining part of the marathon route back to the finish. The half marathon is open for four hours.
Both courses are USATF certified. The marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier.
Registration and Participation
Registration is done online. Entry fees include a finisher's medal, age group awards, post-race food, on-course hydration and nutrition, chip timing, and access to race photos. Tech shirts and other apparel are available for purchase.
The event is organized by TedDriven, a social benefit organization that supports cancer research, with proceeds directed to the Fred Hutch Cancer Center.
Race Day Information
Packet pickup is available the day before and on the morning of the race at specified locations. On race day, marathon participants must take a shuttle bus from Leavenworth to the start line; personal vehicles are not allowed at the start.
Parking is available in designated lots throughout Leavenworth on race day. There is no parking at the Enchantment Park Event Center, Fish Hatchery Road, or in neighborhood streets.
Aid stations are located every 2-3 miles, providing water and sports drink. Energy gels are available at specific points on the course. First aid and an ambulance are present at the finish line.
For safety and as a USATF sanctioned event, no pets, strollers, or tethered equipment are allowed on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
