York Marathon
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York Marathon and Half Marathon
The York Marathon and Half Marathon is a chip timed road and trail race that begins at the Arthur J. Glatfelter Branch YMCA, 90 North Newberry Street, York, PA, and finishes in the City of York. The event offers two distances:
- 26.2 Miles Marathon
- 13.1 Miles Half Marathon
Both courses are USATF certified. The marathon is listed as a Boston qualifier. The route starts on city streets and then follows the York County Heritage Rail Trail for much of the distance. The trail surface is compacted crushed stone and the overall profile is described as flat.
On-course support includes water stations and Gu energy gels placed approximately every two miles, Gatorade in lemon-lime flavor, and multiple first aid tents staffed by WellSpan Sports Medicine teams. A professional traffic safety company mans intersections and amateur radio operators provide course communications. The course has an official closure time and an ATV is available to transport participants who do not reach the finish before the closure.
Facilities at the YMCA include indoor restrooms, locker rooms, packet pickup location, and bag check at the Member Service Desk. Portable toilets are placed at the start, the finish, and along the course. Race policies note that pacers are not provided, jogging strollers are not permitted, and dogs are not allowed. Awards include overall male and female winners and age division prizes; all finishers receive a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
