City Of Trees Marathon

he City Of Trees Marathon events are USATF certified courses, and the marathon is a Boston Marathon Qualifier.  Chips will be used to assure accurate timing, you must wear a chip to be timed in the events.  The chip must be returned immediately following the races to avoid any fees associated with the un-returned chip. The course is marked with white powder, and there are mile markers indicating the half and full miles.  The bike lane and half of the right lane are open to runners and should be marked with orange traffic barrels and traffic candles.  Please keep in mind that the roads are not completely closed to traffic. As per Ada County Highway District we will be following the rules of the road, running on the Right. There will be water stations located within miles 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 18, 19, 21, 23, and 24. Sports Drinks and other replenishments will be offered within miles 4, 9, 13, 18, 21, and 23. Gel will be offered at Mile 19. It’s always a wise decision to pack your own replenishments to ensure you have the packet when you need it.