What distances are available for this event?

• →Kids Dash: A very short (~50 meters) non-timed dash on the park path for children aged 10 and under.
• →2-Mile: A loop or out-and-back course on paved or well-maintained trails (not chip-timed).
• →4-Mile: A chip-timed course utilizing the park and river-trail system.
• →8-Mile: A chip-timed extension of the park/river-trail network, featuring paved or crushed-granite trails with some dirt sections.
• →Half Marathon (13.1 miles): A chip-timed course weaving through Riverside 96th Street Park and adjacent River Parks trails.

What is the terrain and surface like for the races?

The event is a mixed-terrain experience rather than a traditional city-street road race. Runners will navigate the green-belt-style paths of the River Parks corridor. Surfaces primarily consist of pavement and compacted trails, with specific sections featuring crushed granite and short dirt paths.

Are there awards for the races?

• →4-Mile: Includes awards for top finishers.
• →8-Mile: Includes awards for top finishers.
• →Half Marathon: Includes full age-group awards.
• →Kids Dash: No awards or timing are provided for this category.

Where can I view the specific course maps?

Detailed routes for each distance can be viewed via the following links:

• →2 Mile: MapMyRun ↗
• →4 Mile: MapMyRun ↗
• →8 Mile: MapMyRun ↗
• →Half Marathon: MapMyRun ↗
• →Interactive Course Map: Google Maps ↗