Run the River Fall Challenge
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Run the River Fall Challenge
Run the River Fall Challenge is held at Louise McKinney Riverfront Park in Edmonton and features routes that follow the river valley pathways. This is the fall edition of the event, which encourages participants to attempt a longer distance or a faster time than in the spring.
Distances offered include:
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half marathon
All distances start and finish at the lower level of Louise McKinney Riverfront Park and head east into Dawson Park. The 5 km is a direct out and back. The 10 km consists of two laps between two turn points and the half marathon consists of three laps between the same turn points. The lap turn is 700 m from the finish and participants only return to the finish after completing the required number of laps.
River Valley Adventure Company provides a post race BBQ included in the entry fee. Beer and other beverages are available for purchase. Kids activities take place on the grassy area near the start and finish and are aimed at children ages 5 to 12. Race package pick up is scheduled at Fast Trax Run and Ski Shop at 7326 101 Avenue on the day before the race, with registrants asked to sign up for a pick up window starting one week before the event. Registration follows tiered pricing with an initial door crasher period. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
