Boston Trail 1/2 Marathon and 5k Run/Walk

Saturday, April 15, 2023 Past event

9:15 AM EDT

Elizabeth Twp, Pennsylvania

$32.80–$48.70 · 2 races

5km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Join us for the exciting Boston Trail 1/2 Marathon and 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 15, 2023, in beautiful Elizabeth Township, Allegheny! This vibrant event offers both a challenging 1/2 Marathon and a fun-filled 5K run/walk, making it perfect for runners of all levels, families, and even pet owners. The races take place on the stunning Yough River Trail of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP), featuring a flat and fast crushed limestone surface that’s ideal for achieving personal bests.

Participants can look forward to receiving medals in both races, and for those tackling the 1/2 Marathon, friendly pacers will be on hand to help you stay on track. Best of all, this event supports the Mon Yough Trail Council, raising essential funds for trail maintenance and upkeep. Come out to enjoy a day of fitness, community spirit, and beautiful scenery while contributing to the preservation of our beloved trails!

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1/2 Marathon

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

THE COURSE WILL OFFICIALLY CLOSE AT 1 PM. NO SUPPORT SERVICES WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THAT TIME. LOCATION Start and finish are at the Boston Trailhead of the Youghiogheny River Trail, part of the Great Allegheny Passage. The trailhead is located at 1902 Donner Street, Elizabeth Township, PA 15135 (GPS Coordinates 40 18.6482 N 79 49.6905 W). From Route 30 follow Route 48 South, or from Route 51, follow Route 48 North. PARKING There is limited parking at the Boston Trailhead. Participants may instead park at the Boston Spectrum and walk up the trail to the start line. The Spectrum is located at 6001 Smithfield Street, Elizabeth Township. If you are using a GPS be sure to use the coordinates 40 18.7975 N 79 49.3278 W. Using the address will take you to the wrong location. COURSE The course is a level, crushed limestone surface, USA Track & Field certified, with marked miles. Aid stations will be located along the course and will provide basic first aid, water and Gatorade. EMS will be onsite for medical emergencies. TIMING and RESULTS Racers will be Championchip timed by Runners High and results posted on www.runhigh.com. The MarathonPacing.com Pace Team will be back to pace runners in the 1/2 Marathon. AWARDS Medals will be awarded the top three overall and age group finishers, male and female; Finisher medals will be given to those completing the 1/2 Marathon. EVENT SHIRTS All Half Marathon participants registered by midnight Sunday, March 26 will receive a long-sleeved technical fiber t-shirt. 5K participants registered by midnight Sunday, March 26 will receive a short-sleeved cotton t-shirt. Shirts will not be available for participants registering after Sunday, March 26, 2023. ACTIVITIES Music, food, and refreshments will be provided following the race. WEATHER Races will take place rain or shine. There is no rain date. If safety reasons necessitate a cancellation, notification will be posted on our web site by 5:00 a.m. Runner belongings can be stored at the trailhead during the event.

9:00 AM EDT

$48.70

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5k Run/Walk

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

THE COURSE WILL OFFICIALLY CLOSE AT 1 PM. NO SUPPORT SERVICES WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THAT TIME. LOCATION Start and finish are at the Boston Trailhead of the Youghiogheny River Trail, part of the Great Allegheny Passage. The trailhead is located at 1902 Donner Street, Elizabeth Township, PA 15135 (GPS Coordinates 40 18.6482 N 79 49.6905 W). From Route 30 follow Route 48 South, or from Route 51, follow Route 48 North. PARKING There is limited parking at the Boston Trailhead. Participants may instead park at the Boston Spectrum and walk up the trail to the start line. The Spectrum is located at 6001 Smithfield Street, Elizabeth Township. If you are using a GPS be sure to use the coordinates 40 18.7975 N 79 49.3278 W. Using the address will take you to the wrong location. COURSE The course is a level, crushed limestone surface, USA Track & Field certified, with marked miles. Aid stations will be located along the course and will provide basic first aid, water and Gatorade. EMS will be onsite for medical emergencies. TIMING and RESULTS Racers will be Championchip timed by Runners High and results posted on www.runhigh.com. The MarathonPacing.com Pace Team will be back to pace runners in the 1/2 Marathon. AWARDS Medals will be awarded the top three overall and age group finishers, male and female; Finisher medals will be given to those completing the 1/2 Marathon. EVENT SHIRTS All Half Marathon participants registered by midnight Sunday, March 26 will receive a long-sleeved technical fiber t-shirt. 5K participants registered by midnight Sunday, March 26 will receive a short-sleeved cotton t-shirt. Shirts will not be available for participants registering after March 26, 2023. ACTIVITIES Music, food, and refreshments will be provided following the race. WEATHER Races will take place rain or shine. There is no rain date. If safety reasons necessitate a cancellation, notification will be posted on our web site by 5:00 a.m. Runner belongings can be stored at the trailhead during the event.

9:15 AM EDT

$32.80

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Organiser's description

The event includes a 1/2 Marathon run and a 5K run/walk. The 5K also provides an opportunity for families and people with pets to participate. Both are held on the Yough River Trail of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) which provides a flat, fast, crushed limestone surface. Medals are given in both races.

Pacers from Marathon Pacing http://marathonpacing.com/boston.phpwill participate in the 1/2 Marathon.

The Mon Yough Trail Council (MYTC) hosts this race. It raises necessary funds for trail maintenance and upkeep throughout the year. The MYTC is one of a network of all-volunteer trail councils that exist along the GAP specifically to keep the trail open and accessible for all.