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South Park Trail Marathon and Half
Saturday, June 11, 2016, 06:45am - 04:00pm
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Starting at an elevation of 9,915’ and topping out at 13,183’ above sea level, the South Park Marathon is one of the highest marathons in Colorado. Run from the South Park Historical District all the way to the top of The Peerless Mine. Witness first hand the terrain prospectors experienced during the great Colorado Gold Rush as you pass raging creeks, spot historic mines, and scramble above tree line. It wouldn’t be a Human Potential Race without a few bonus miles.

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A portion of the proceeds from this race will benefit The South Park Schools Foundation.

Course Overview

2nd Annual
Date:
 June 11, 2016

Distances: ~28 Miles & ~15 Miles (snow level dependant)
Marathon Elevation Gain/Loss: +4,420′ / -4,420′
Half Elevation Gain/Loss: +1,750′ / -1,750′
Start Time: 8:00am
Time Limit: 8 Hours (Both Races)
Location: Fairplay, CO
Start/Finish Location: Starts at South Park City / Finishes at the Town of Fairplay Beach

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Entry Fees:

Marathon
Before February 29, 2016: $65
March 1, 2016 – March 31, 2016: $75
April 1, 2016 – June 1, 2016: $90

Half Marathon
Before February 29, 2016: $50
March 1, 2016 – March 31, 2016: $60
April 1, 2016 – June 1, 2016: $75

HPRS Members Enjoy 10% Off Registration Fees!

Registration Closes June 1, 2016

Course Details:

Marathon
Beginning in South Park City, this out-and-back course ascends and descends Peerless Mountain via 4-Mile Creek Road. Runners will ascend Peerless Mountain, passing Peerless Mine, to the highest extent which snow will safely allow us before returning to town. The race finishes at the Fairplay Town Beach. In the event of deep snow beyond Horseshoe Aid Station, please see our *Snow Course Information*

Marathon Aid Stations: There will be 4 aid stations on the course totaling 7 aid stops. Each aid station will be fully stocked with water, electrolyte drink, and assorted snacks. There will be no drop bag stations. Runners should plan to carry necessary gear for the entirety of their run. (Note: Coil Aid Station is water ONLY)

Half Marathon
The Half Marathon route follows the same route as the Marathon’s first 7.5 miles before runners return back to town.

Half Marathon Aid Stations: There will be 2 aid stations on the course totaling 3 aid stops. The main “horseshoe” aid station at the turn-around will be fully stocked with water, electrolyte drink, and assorted snacks. The other aid station will be water only. There will be no drop bag stations. Runners should plan to carry necessary gear for the entirety of their run.

Crews: Due to access difficulty in the area, and in accordance with our permits for the event, there will be NO crew access on the course.

Parking: All runners and spectators must park at the designated parking locations ONLY. We ask that you NOT park on Main Street, Front Street or 4th Street in Fairplay. PLEASE ONLY PARK IN DESIGNATED AREAS. A map of these areas will be available closer to the race.

Pre-Race Check in: Packet and bib number Pick-Up Will take place from 6:30a-7:45a at South Park City in Fairplay, CO. All runners must check-in with race staff the morning of the run by 7:45AM. Runners not checked in by 7:45 AM will not be scored as official runners of the race.

Pre-Race Briefing: Race Morning at 7:30am at South Park City Museum in Fairplay, CO. 
 
Post-Race Celebration: There will be a post race gathering at the Town of Fairplay Beach. We’ll welcome all of our runners to the finish line with food and drink.
 
Awards: All official finishers will receive a unique finishers award. We’ll also present special awards to DFL, Best Blood and a few surprise awards as well.
 
NO AWARDS WILL BE MAILED
Permits: This event is being held in accordance with permits from the USFS Pike National Forest – South Park Ranger District, Park County, The City of Fairplay, and with permission from local private land owners. We ask that you please respect and care for the land this event is held on to help ensure the future of this race and to limit our environmental impact.
Location South Park City to Fairplay Town Beach
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