About the 3 State Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K
The course runs through parts of Utah and Arizona before finishing in Nevada, dropping steadily downhill nearly the whole way. The surroundings are open desert, Joshua Trees, and a bridge crossing somewhere in the middle. There are some climbs mixed in, but the overall shape tilts sharply downward, which makes this a popular choice for runners chasing a Boston qualifier.
Packet pickup runs the evening before at a local running store in the area, with same-morning pickup available at the finish area. Buses load from the finish to carry full and half marathon runners to their respective start points, so plan to arrive early. The shorter distances start and finish at the same park, going out and turning back at an aid station.
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Distances & Start Times
3.1 Miles11/6/2027 10:15$40
6.2 Miles11/6/2027 10:00$45
13.1 Miles11/6/2027 08:30$80
26.2 Miles11/6/2027 07:00$100
26.2 Miles11/6/2027 07:00$1000
13.1 Miles11/6/2027 07:00$1000
Virtual Race11/6/2027 07:00$35
Full Slow Racer - 30 Mins Early Start for Racers 7:00:00+ to finish11/6/2027 06:30$100
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Not sure what to aim for? The 5K pace chart lists the pace for every finish time.
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