2025 Starved Rock Country Marathon a

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Event Duration: Now in its 12th year, the Starved Rock Country Marathon and Half Marathon.
• Scenic Routes: The Marathon course will encompass the scenery of the Illinois River, neighborhoods of Ottawa, and rolling landscapes in and around Starved Rock State Park.
• Inspiration: Runners will be inspired by the scenery of rolling country hills and natural rock formations.
• Half Marathon Start: Starts in the heart of Starved Rock State Park and ends along the Illinois River in Ottawa.

📅 Race Day Information

• No Race Day Registration: There is NO Race Day registration.
• Packet Pickup: Held from 1 - 8PM on Friday, May 9th at Ottawa Knights of Columbus Hall, 401 W. Main Street, Ottawa, IL.
• Runners' Benefits: Participants will receive their bibs, a participant shirt, and a swag bag filled with offers and race information.
• Transportation: Half Marathon bus transportation to the start line will be available from 5:30AM - 6:45AM on race day.

🏅 Event Details and Schedule

• Friday, May 9th: Packet Pickup from 1 - 8PM at Knights of Columbus Hall, 401 W. Main Street, Ottawa, IL.
• Saturday, May 10th: Marathon starts at 7:00 AM (Downtown Ottawa).
• 5K Start Time: Run Starved Rock Country 5K starts at 7:00 AM (Downtown Ottawa).
• Half Marathon Start: Begins inside Starved Rock State Park at 7:15 AM.

🎉 Post-Race Celebration

• Finish Line: Finish line open from 7:15 AM - 1:30 PM.
• After Party: An after party will follow races.
• Awards: Awards will be handed out at the finish line.
• More Information: For more information regarding race and event schedules, please click here.

📍 Location

• Address: 234 Albin Stevens Dr, Ottawa, IL.
• More Info: Event URL: Starved Rock Country Marathon.