DENVER (KDVR) — An area 13.1-mile race that begins at an elevation of 10,000 ft and is ideal for runners and “slackers” alike was named among the many 10 greatest half-marathons within the nation.
On Wednesday, USAToday named the 10 greatest half-marathon races within the U.S. because of a panel of specialists and readers. Based on USAToday, the half-marathon is the fastest-growing race distance within the U.S.
Among the many prime 10, the Slacker Half Marathon from Loveland Ski Space to Georgetown was named the ninth-best half-marathon within the U.S.
The Slacker describes itself because the “world’s highest half-marathon.” The course begins on the base of the Loveland Ski Space at 10,630 ft. Then, over the course of 13 miles, runners and walkers descend to historic Georgetown and end at an elevation of 8,400 ft.
The race stated the course is a mixture of dust and paved roads that run via “enchanting wetlands, pure waterfalls, breathtaking views of the Continental Divide, and remnants of historic mining websites.” The course is especially downhill with some rolling sections.
The Slacker Half Marathon is exclusive as a result of it is not only for the most effective runners. The race welcomes walkers and those that wish to attempt the half-marathon distance for the primary time. Slacker stated there isn’t any strict time restrict on the course, so anybody is welcome.
The 2025 Slacker Half Marathon can be held on June 28. Runners and walkers can register on-line.
Listed here are the opposite top-rated half-marathons based on USAToday:
- IU Well being 500 Competition Mini-Marathon, Indianapolis, Indiana
- OhioHealth Capital Metropolis Half Marathon, Columbus, Ohio
- DONNA Nationwide Half Marathon to End Breast Most cancers, Jacksonville Seaside, Florida
- United Airways NYC Half, New York Metropolis, New York
- RunSedona Half Marathon, Sedona, Arizona
- Mesa Half Marathon, Mesa, Arizona
- NYCRUNS Brooklyn Expertise Half Marathon, Brooklyn, New York
- Key West Half Marathon, Key West, Florida
- Slacker Half Marathon, Georgetown, Colorado
- Golden Driller Half Marathon, Tulsa, Oklahoma
The total record of half-marathons might be discovered on USAToday’s 10 Greatest record.
