111 FRANKLIN RD SE STE 333, Roanoke VA
Saturday, April 12th, 2025
The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon Series has earned its title as âAmericaâs Toughest Road Marathonâ by challenging runners with over 7,430 ft. in elevation change, more than any other road marathon in the U.S. This race is the ONLY marathon that runs along the famously scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, and proceeds from this non-profit event benefit the parkway and a dozen local charities every year. The full, half, relay, and 10k all prove equally challenging yet rewarding on this mountainous course, and all runners are rewarded with unique finishersâ medals, shirts, and local craft beer at the festival-like finish in downtown Roanoke. For those who need even more than just extreme elevation change can run the course twice with the official Blue Ridge Double (sells out annually).
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