This is not a flat half marathon – it is Forest Park after all! There is 2,000′ of gain. The course does include a variety of fantastic trails that will show you the beauty of the park. It’s developed by runners who have spent many hours running the trails.
The course starts and finishes at the Leif Erikson and Wild Cherry trails junction.
Wild Cherry to Wildwood
Wildwood to Holman
Holman to 53rd
53rd to Birch
Birch to Wildwood
Wildwood to Wild Cherry
Wild Cherry to Dogwood
Dogwood to Wildwood
Wildwood to Firelane 1
Firelane 1 to Leif
Leif to Alder
Alder to Wildwood
Wildwood to Dogwood
Dogwood to Wild Cherry
Wild Cherry to Leif
Total 13.10 miles
There are three aid stations with GU gels, electrolyte drink, and water.
Go Beyond Racing is cupless. You’ll need to bring your own cup for liquid aid at all aid stations. You can refill bladders and bottles too. Read more about what it means to be cupless.
Spectators are not allowed at the aid stations due to parking restrictions.
