2025 Starved Rock Country Marathon and Half Marathon

🏃‍♂️ Starved Rock Country Marathon and Half Marathon

Now in its 12th year, (11th running, have to count Covid) the Starved Rock Country Marathon and Half Marathon have become the "must do" events of the running community in central Illinois. The Marathon course will again encompass the scenery of the Illinois River, the neighborhoods of Ottawa and the rolling landscapes in and around Starved Rock State Park. Runners will be inspired by the scenery of rolling country hills and natural rock formations tucked into heavily wooded areas created by the Illinois River thousands of years ago. The Half Marathon starts in the heart of Starved Rock State Park and ends along the Illinois River in Ottawa. The Marathon and Half Marathon do have some elevation changes but the scenery is well worth it.

🏞️ Run Starved Rock 5K

The Run Starved Rock 5K will start and end at the same lines as the marathon and follow part of the Half Marathon route before heading back to Ottawa for a finish along the river. This event is a great addition for those who want to participate in the events of the day as well as family/friends looking to do something while their loved one or friend is running another race.

• Benefit: A portion of this event will benefit local charities and events to promote running and physical activity.

📅 Important Registration Information

There is NO Race Day registration.

📍 Packet Pickup Details

The packet pickup will be held from 1 - 8 PM on Friday May 9th, at Ottawa Knights of Columbus Hall, 401 W. Main Street, Ottawa, IL. Runners will receive their bibs (required for race participation), participant shirt as well as a swag bag filled with local and regional offers and race information.

🗓️ Event Schedule

• Friday May 9th: Packet Pickup - 1 - 8 PM at Knights of Columbus Hall, 401 W. Main Street, Ottawa, IL
• Saturday May 10th: Half Marathon Bus transportation to start line - 5:30AM - 6:45AM
• Marathon starts: 7:00 AM (Downtown Ottawa)
• Run Starved Rock Country 5K starts: 7:00 AM (Downtown Ottawa)
• Half Marathon Starts: 7:15 AM (inside Starved Rock State Park)
• Finish line open: 7:15 AM - 1:30 PM

After party to follow races. Awards will be handed out at the finish line.

ℹ️ More Information

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