Little River Rush Half Marathon
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Townsend, Tennessee
- Price $75.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running and stunning scenery at the Little River Rush Half Marathon, taking place on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, in Townsend, Blount County. This unique race offers participants the chance to experience the breathtaking beauty of East Tennessee while tackling one of the fastest half marathon courses around. The route features over 600 feet of total downhill, making it an exciting challenge for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Starting at the Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, the race winds through peaceful back roads before finishing at Heritage High School.
With aid stations stocked with water and Gatorade at miles 4, 7, and 10, and restroom facilities conveniently located along the course, runners can focus on enjoying the stunning views and the thrill of the race. Spectators are encouraged to come out and support participants, and there will be shuttle services to facilitate transportation between the start and finish areas. Best of all, proceeds from the event will benefit the Heritage High School Cross Country and Track programs, helping to nurture the next generation of athletes. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting event!
With aid stations stocked with water and Gatorade at miles 4, 7, and 10, and restroom facilities conveniently located along the course, runners can focus on enjoying the stunning views and the thrill of the race. Spectators are encouraged to come out and support participants, and there will be shuttle services to facilitate transportation between the start and finish areas. Best of all, proceeds from the event will benefit the Heritage High School Cross Country and Track programs, helping to nurture the next generation of athletes. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting event!
Organiser's Description
Townsend offers breathtaking scenery as well as an escape from the busyness of other parts of East Tennessee, why not host one of the FASTEST half marathon around from such landscape!
The Little River Rush Half Marathon course will feature spectacular views, peaceful back roads and boasts an impressive 600+ ft of total downhill and over 200 ft net downhill in this point to point race. Course begins at the Smoky Mountain Heritage Center in Townsend and will travel in one direction to finish at Heritage High School in this Blount County exclusive race.
GIVEAWAYS:
AWARDS:
RESTROOMS: Will be available from within the Heritage Visitors Center and at 3 locations on the course.
AID STATIONS: Aid stations will be available at miles 4 , 7 & 10. These will be stocked with Water and Gatorade.
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION: Parking will take place at Heritage High school as runners will be bussed to the start/ Staging area at the Smoky Mountain Heritage center of Townsend. Parking will NOT be available from the Heritage center due to limited availability. Please plan on arriving early enough to be transported to the start area. Bus will leave promptly upon scheduled time, those who are are not on the bus will be expected to find their own transportation to the start line.
Race directors have set up a shuttle to run continuously from the Finish to the start/ staging area where runners can freely depart after they complete their race. Spectators may choose to set up their own transportation after crossing the finish line.
Proceeds for this race will go to benefiting the Heritage High School Cross Country & Track programs to support our youth athletes and their endeavors to practice and compete at local and regional events.
The Little River Rush Half Marathon course will feature spectacular views, peaceful back roads and boasts an impressive 600+ ft of total downhill and over 200 ft net downhill in this point to point race. Course begins at the Smoky Mountain Heritage Center in Townsend and will travel in one direction to finish at Heritage High School in this Blount County exclusive race.
GIVEAWAYS:
AWARDS:
RESTROOMS: Will be available from within the Heritage Visitors Center and at 3 locations on the course.
AID STATIONS: Aid stations will be available at miles 4 , 7 & 10. These will be stocked with Water and Gatorade.
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION: Parking will take place at Heritage High school as runners will be bussed to the start/ Staging area at the Smoky Mountain Heritage center of Townsend. Parking will NOT be available from the Heritage center due to limited availability. Please plan on arriving early enough to be transported to the start area. Bus will leave promptly upon scheduled time, those who are are not on the bus will be expected to find their own transportation to the start line.
Race directors have set up a shuttle to run continuously from the Finish to the start/ staging area where runners can freely depart after they complete their race. Spectators may choose to set up their own transportation after crossing the finish line.
Proceeds for this race will go to benefiting the Heritage High School Cross Country & Track programs to support our youth athletes and their endeavors to practice and compete at local and regional events.
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Little River Rush 1/2 Marathon
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Sat 17th May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$75.20
Little River Rush Half Marathon
