What distances are available for this event?

• →Full Marathon
• →Half Marathon
• →5K

What is the course like?

The course is flat and paved, following a rail-to-trails corridor through London, Ohio. It starts and finishes at Merri-Mac Park and heads toward Darby Creek Metro Park. The full marathon repeats the half marathon loop twice, with aid stations and port-o-johns located every 2–2.5 miles, stocked with water, Gatorade, and GU gels.

What are the USATF certification numbers for the course?

• →Full Marathon Certification: OH25006JHP
• →Half Marathon Certification: OH25005JHP

Where can I find course maps?

• →5K: Strava ↗
• →21K: Strava ↗
• →42K: Strava ↗

What is the race schedule?

• →6:15 AM – Race day packet pickup opens at Merri-Mac Park
• →7:00 AM – Full Marathon & Half Marathon start
• →7:15 AM – 5K start
• →The course closes 5 hours after the last competitor starts

Where can I pick up my race packet?

• →Friday, April 10, from 4–8 PM at Nook Coffee Bar, 25 S Main St, London, OH 43140
• →Race day packet pickup is available at Merri-Mac Park from 6:15 AM

What do finishers receive?

• →Half Marathon: Vintage-style race shirt, finisher medal, and local business offers
• →Full Marathon: Full-zip lightweight hooded sweatshirt, finisher medal, and local swag
• →BQ Bonus: Runners who achieve a Boston Qualifier receive a free entry to any 2027 London OH Marathon race

What are the elite standards for this event?

• →Male: 5K 16:00 / 10K 33:30 / Half 1:15:00 / Full 2:40:00
• →Female: 5K 19:00 / 10K 38:30 / Half 1:28:00 / Full 3:00:00

What amenities are available on race day?

Aid stations and port-o-johns are available every 2–2.5 miles along the course, providing water, Gatorade, and GU gels. The course is flat and suitable for both casual runners and competitive athletes looking to achieve personal bests or qualify for the Boston Marathon.