Arkansas Marathon

Welcome to the 57th Annual Arkansas Marathon, Half-Marathon, Booneville 10K Run, & 5K Walk/Run. The Arkansas Marathon is one of the oldest and most unique marathons in the South. The race is not crowded, parking is easy and the scenery is great. In fact, you may find yourself sharing the road with deer, turkey, squirrels and an odd rabbit or two. The road course places you with the view of Mt. Magazine, the tallest mountain in 11 states, and along the boundary between the Ozark National Forest and the Ouachita National Forest. Our route is unique as all 4 races are out and back. No riding a bus, no waiting in line, just a great day to run. We invite you to come enjoy a great run in a unique Marathon. We are looking forward to seeing you in South Logan County! All races start at 7:00AM During your run, Large FEATHER FLAGS will be on the route to let you know when to turn around. They all will have your race, and it will say, for example. “5K Turnaround” NOTE: This is an open course so please run against traffic. · There are Restrooms at the Registration Building and along the Route Aid Stations and Porta Potty Locations Start/Finish Line- Cheering Area and Porta Potty Mile 1.5 Aid Station/ 5K Turnaround Mile 2.5/25ish Aid Station & Porta Potty Mile 3 – Aid Station/ 10K Turnaround in this area. Mile 4- Aid Station/Logan Hall Rd. Mile 5 – Aid Station Mile- 6.25/20ish -Aid Station & Porta Potty/Longridge Church Half Marathon turnaround area Mile 8.5/ 17ish -Aid Station & Porta Potty/Bottom of Walker Mountain Mile 9- Top of Walker Mountain Mile 10/16ish- Aid Station & Porta Potty/Ione Church Mile 11- Aid Station/ C Bar C Road Mile 13ish- Aid Station & Porta Potty/ Crazy Duck Crossing Full Marathon Turnaround We do have a traveling aid station if you are unable to finish the race or need medical attention. The vehicle will have water, fruit, etc. for you if required. Showers located at the First Baptist Church you are more than welcome to use them. Ladies and gentleman will have towels and some toiletries there at the church. We do have separate showers for the men and women Elevation – Course/Elevation Map Places to stay in Booneville and the surrounding area: Countryside Inn- 1600 E Main St Booneville, Ar. 72927 (479) 675-4900 The Lodge at Mount Magazine www.arkansasstateparks.com 16878 N Highway 309 577 Paris, AR 72855 Paris Inn 2010 E Walnut St Paris, AR 72855 Phone: (479) 963-2400 Rosebriar Inn Bed and Bath 313 Eat Walnut Street Paris, Ar. 72855 479-264-7558 Paris Bed & Bath 114 West Short Mountain Street Paris, Ar 72855 936-443-5211 AirBnB and VRBO Amazing view of Mt Magazine Mount Magazine View Cottage/Cabin Booneville Bungalow Mid Valley Guest House Lakewood's Cabin You can also, look into Fort Smith Hotels. During the race, we have our October Daze Fall Festival. Your family or friends will have something to do during your run they can shop and have some festival food. This year the marathon will feature a post-run relaxation area at the finish line where unners can bring their race number and ID and enjoy free beer and pizza while you recuperate.