About the Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k
The course runs along the Galena River Trail, flat pavement the whole way. The half marathon goes south first for the longer stretch, turns around, comes back through the start area, then heads briefly north before finishing where it began. The shorter distance follows the same opening stretch with an earlier turnaround. Aid stations are spread across both routes with water, electrolyte drink, and gel.
Packet pickup is the evening before at the Train Depot parking area beneath the highway bridge, with a second window on race morning before the start. The race is held from that same spot. Gear check is available at the pickup table; label your bag before you drop it.
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Distances & Start Times
13.1 Miles10/31/2026 08:00$85
4.97 Miles10/31/2026 08:00$85
Virtual10/31/2026 08:00$75
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