Oak Ridge to Boston Qualifier

This race is limited to 50 participants, with entry on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is ideal for those looking to achieve a Boston Marathon qualifying time or set a new personal record in a half marathon. The course has a high success rate for runners meeting their Boston Qualification times. Please note that the race starts early at 5:30 am to avoid high temperatures later in the day.Participants are encouraged to join only if they anticipate meeting their age group time standard. The event will have no shirts, awards, or amenities, and runners will need to share the road with other traffic. Cut-off times are set at less than 2 hours for the Half Marathon and less than 4 hours for the Full Marathon.

Both courses are certified for various standards, with the Marathon course being USATF Certified. Adequate aid stations will be available along the route. The Marathon course is an out-and-back route with minimal elevation gain, while the Half Marathon is a point-to-point course.

For those interested in participating after the cap has been reached, exceptions may be possible by contacting the race directors.