Race Information

Monument Marathon
Scottsbluff, NE
City Location
Scotts Bluff County
Sep 28, 2024 - Saturday
26.2M, 13.1M run
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  • Details from event's Active.com listing:

    Welcome to the most beautiful race in Nebraska!

    Runners from all over the country have described us as the friendliest, most supportive, and best organized race they have participated in.

    We feature spectacular views, wonderful course support, and an amazing crew of volunteers.

    We are a non-profit race. All proceeds from the Monument Marathon support students at our local community college.

    Event details and schedule

    Event Date (all times Mountain)

    Last Saturday in September

    Five Rocks Amphitheater
    200701 Co Rd P
    Gering, Nebraska

    Packet Pick-up and Expo

    Friday prior to race day, 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Pasta Feed, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

    Gering Civic Center
    1050 M St
    Gering, Nebraska

    Plan to stay a while at our expo! We have a photo booth, Monument Marathon apparel for sale, tourism information, vendors and booths, and shuttle rides to the top of the Scotts Bluff National Monument.

    Race Day Information

    NOTE: ALL participants must be inside Five Rocks Amphitheatre prior to 7:30 am. Five Rocks Road closes when the half marathon starts.

    Starting times

    • Full Marathon: 7:30 am (busing to start at 6:00 am, 6:20 am, and 6:40 am)
    • Half Marathon: 7:30 am (follow the signs to Robidoux RV Park starting line)
    • Half Marathon Relay: 8:00 am (follow the signs to Robidoux RV Park starting line - bus for leg two leaves at 7:50 SHARP, bus for leg three leaves at 8:30 am SHARP)
    • 5K: 8:00 am (follow the signs to Robidoux RV Park starting line)


    Full Marathon Start

    Our full marathon course is point-to-point, so a shuttle to the start is provided. Runners can catch a bus at Five Rocks Amphitheater starting at 6:00 am, 6:20 am, or 6:40 am.

    Runners can use the beautiful Wildcat Hills Nature Center building for pre-race warmth while you're waiting for the start. We also have gear drop at the start, so dress warmly and we'll bring your items back to the finish line.

    Aid Stations

    We have aid stations every 2-3 miles along the course. All aid stations have water, Gatorade, energy gels, and port-a-potties. A few aid stations also have fruit available.

    Contact Information

    308-630-6550
    racedirector@wncc.edu

    www.monumentmarathon.com

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Listing Status

  • Added to our Directory
    Jun 2, 2012
  • Last Updated in our Directory
    Oct 4, 2023
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