Paris Texas Marathon
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Paris Texas Marathon and Paris Pair Challenge
The Paris Texas Marathon and Paris Pair Challenge take place on the NETT Trail in Paris, Texas, a rails-to-trails route east of the town. The course is an out-and-back on the NETT Trail, starting and finishing at the Eiffel Tower / Love Civic Center. The trail surface varies: initial sections are asphalt, then change to hard-packed gravel with some soft-ground segments and bridge crossings. The organizer describes the course as flat and fast.
Multiple distances are offered:
- 100K (AM start)
- 50K (AM start)
- Marathon (AM start)
- Half Marathon (AM and PM)
- 10K (AM start)
- 5K (AM and PM)
Races include morning and evening (PM) options; runners in PM events must use a headlamp. The event is cupless and requires each participant to carry a hydration device; a reusable collapsible cup is available for purchase. Aid stations are staffed by volunteers and provide water, Gatorade, fruit, sandwiches, snacks, soda and electrolyte products. Some distances will pass aid stations multiple times; 10K and 5K runners do not hit aid stations.
Drop bags may be left at packet pickup for delivery to on-course aid stations; returned bags are available after aid station closure. Pacers are allowed only for the 100K during the final out-and-back and must check in and sign a waiver. Finishers receive a buckle for the 100K and medals for other distances. The event maintains a cancellation and credit policy based on time before race day and allows bib transfers up to two weeks prior under conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
