RACE DISTANCES & MAPS
Choose your challenge. Every course showcases the scenic views of Western Nebraska & the Scotts Bluff National Monument.
FULL MARATHON
26.2 MILES
The marathon begins in the beautiful Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area & descends into Gering Valley. You'll skirt along the edge of town before joining the historic Oregon Trail as your route circles the Scotts Bluff National Monument along trails accessible to the public only this one day each year!
FULL MARATHON
26.2 MILES
The marathon begins in the beautiful Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area & descends into Gering Valley. You'll skirt along the edge of town before joining the historic Oregon Trail as your route circles the Scotts Bluff National Monument along trails accessible to the public only this one day each year!
5K
3.1 MILES
5K runners get a spectacular view of the Scotts Bluff National Monument and its sister bluff standing sentinel over Mitchell Pass. Turning south before the pass, runners are greeted by Dome Rock, fields, and hills before making their way to the finish on this route that is half pavement & half gravel and dirt.
5K
3.1 MILES
5K runners get a spectacular view of the Scotts Bluff National Monument and its sister bluff standing sentinel over Mitchell Pass. Turning south before the pass, runners are greeted by Dome Rock, fields, and hills before making their way to the finish on this route that is half pavement & half gravel and dirt.
HALF MARATHON
13.1 MILES
The half marathon begins at Robidoux RV park just a short walk from the finish line at Five Rocks Amphitheater. As you exit Robidoux, you'll join the full marathon route & gain some elevation through Mitchell Pass along the Oregon Trail. You'll continue your 360 degree circle of the Monument past water, badlands, cornfields, and neighborhoods.
HALF MARATHON
13.1 MILES
The half marathon begins at Robidoux RV park just a short walk from the finish line at Five Rocks Amphitheater. As you exit Robidoux, you'll join the full marathon route & gain some elevation through Mitchell Pass along the Oregon Trail. You'll continue your 360 degree circle of the Monument past water, badlands, cornfields, and neighborhoods.