Champlain Islands Marathon & Half Marathon
South Hero, Vermont, United States
Oct 18, 2026 - Sunday
Half-marathon, Marathon
Race Information
The marathon and half-marathon begin and end near the house where Clarence H. DeMar, seven-time Boston Marathon Winner, once lived. The half-marathon course is out and back on the west shore of South Hero and Grand Isle; a land of farms, apple orchards, and summer cottages. The terrain is flat to rolling.
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Why We Like This Run...
✅ True “Run With Me” community vibe
✅ Distances for everyone: 1K, 5K, 10K & 15K
✅ Scenic Pointe-Claire streets and local energy
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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