Rend Lake Marathon
- Date Sat 29th March 2025
- Time 8:30AM CDT
- Location Barren township, Illinois
- Price $65.70 - $124.41
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Rend Lake Marathon, taking place on Saturday, March 29th, 2025, in the picturesque town of Whittington, Franklin, Illinois. This exciting event features a marathon, half-marathon, and quarter-marathon, all set against the stunning backdrop of Rend Lake’s natural beauty.
Participants will enjoy gorgeous paved paths and scenic rolling country roads that showcase the area's breathtaking landscapes. As you run, you'll cross the lake for panoramic views, traverse the bike path that meanders past South Sandusky Beach and the Marina, and take in the sights of the Rend Lake Visitors Center. With nearly 800 camping sites and ample recreational opportunities available throughout the 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land, Rend Lake offers a perfect weekend getaway for runners and their families. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a first-time racer, the Rend Lake Marathon promises an exhilarating adventure that celebrates the great outdoors!
Participants will enjoy gorgeous paved paths and scenic rolling country roads that showcase the area's breathtaking landscapes. As you run, you'll cross the lake for panoramic views, traverse the bike path that meanders past South Sandusky Beach and the Marina, and take in the sights of the Rend Lake Visitors Center. With nearly 800 camping sites and ample recreational opportunities available throughout the 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land, Rend Lake offers a perfect weekend getaway for runners and their families. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a first-time racer, the Rend Lake Marathon promises an exhilarating adventure that celebrates the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
THE REND LAKE MARATHON, HALF-MARATHON AND QUARTER-MARATHON
Gorgeous paved paths, stunning views and rolling country roads make this course the Marathon to remember!
Rend Lake, IL, located in the heart of southern Illinois, is a natural haven for wildlife and a recreational haven for visitors. Rend Lake consists of 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land. Campers will delight in the nearly 800 sites found in 5 public campgrounds on Rend Lake. Boaters are provided access to the lake through the numerous boat ramps. Beaches, picnic sites and trails provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor fun.
The course then will take you across the lake for one of the best panoramic views in Illinois, before connecting to the bike path which passes South Sandusky Beach, the Marina, Rend Lake Visitors Center, the amazing spillway and dozens of other spectacular views of Rend Lake. From there you will continue on country roads winding through beautiful vistas including both Lake Hamilton and Lake Benton. Finally you will get back on the bike path and end at the stunning North Marcum Beach.
We can't wait to see you finish your next great adventure with us!
Gorgeous paved paths, stunning views and rolling country roads make this course the Marathon to remember!
Rend Lake, IL, located in the heart of southern Illinois, is a natural haven for wildlife and a recreational haven for visitors. Rend Lake consists of 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land. Campers will delight in the nearly 800 sites found in 5 public campgrounds on Rend Lake. Boaters are provided access to the lake through the numerous boat ramps. Beaches, picnic sites and trails provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor fun.
The course then will take you across the lake for one of the best panoramic views in Illinois, before connecting to the bike path which passes South Sandusky Beach, the Marina, Rend Lake Visitors Center, the amazing spillway and dozens of other spectacular views of Rend Lake. From there you will continue on country roads winding through beautiful vistas including both Lake Hamilton and Lake Benton. Finally you will get back on the bike path and end at the stunning North Marcum Beach.
We can't wait to see you finish your next great adventure with us!
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