Mainly Marathons Center of the Nation Series - Day 3

Chadron, Nebraska, United States

Sep 30, 2026 - Wednesday

5k, 10k, 50k, Half-marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Race Information

Center of the Nation Series is organized by Mainly Marathons, one of the largest race organizers in the US, with races in all 50 states. You can participate in one race or take the challenge to complete the whole series!

Mainly Marathons races are designed for runners who run long and run often. All finishers in races longer than half marathon get a custom metal-stamped nameplate!

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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Epic scenery
✅ The "Race-Cation" lifestyle
✅ Sustainable strides

Why settle for a finisher’s medal and a banana in a parking lot when you could run amongst the red rock canyons of Zion National Park, through the majestic landscapes bordering Glacier National Park, or in the shadow of Rocky Mountain National Park?

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Race Facts

Race Size: 1 - 100

Elevation: Fast and Flat

Course Type: Trail

Boston Qualifier: No

Kids Run: No

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