Race Info
For the last seven summers runners have loved this out and back course, with a loop in the middle, and we are gearing up for a bigger and better race in 2018! This will be the first year that we are also offering a 10k distance option! The race starts at Essex High School before bringing racers to the country back roads of Essex. At mile 4, runners will encounter a one mile incline and leg burn while trying to conquer Curve Hill. Runners will feel the comfort of the dirt roads as they run their way up and down the hills of Lost Nation Road. The turn-around spot is the end of Lost Nation Road, at the intersection of Old Stage Road. Runners will continue back on Lost Nation Road before cruising down Lamore, back onto Colchester Road to Old Colchester Road, towards the finish. Racers will hear the roar of the crowd cheering as they sprint to the finish with their friends, loved ones, and fans to cheer them on. The cutoff time for this event is 3 hours. The Essex Half Marathon is a certified course. Certification code VT12008JK.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
PACKET PICK UP:
Saturday, July 21, 12–4pm, Fleet Feet Sports, 77 Pearl Street, Essex Junction
Sunday, July 22, 7–8am, Essex High School Ice Rink
Race Day registration will be limited to 50 first come, first served spots
RACE START: 8:30am
TIME CUTOFF
This is not a walking event! To ensure the safety of our runners and volunteers and to re-open closed roads, there will be a time cut off of three hours. If a runner hasn’t reached the 7 mile mark by 10 a.m., we cannot guarantee support through the remainder of the course–meaning aid stations will close and you will not be officially timed. Runners may be asked to remove themselves from the course.
DRIVING & PARKING
The start of the race is in front of the Essex High School and is about a 3 minute walk from registration. The address is
2 Educational Drive, Essex Junction, VT 05452. There is plenty of parking at the EHS parking lot.
BAG CHECK
Yes, there will be a bag check set up in the Essex High School Ice Rink. After the race bags will be available at the same location. Note: We are not responsible for lost or damaged property.
WATER STOPS
There will be five water stops, located approximately at 3 miles, 6 miles, 7.75 miles,9.75 miles and 11 miles.
PORT-A-POTTIES
In addition to bathroom and locker-room facilities at Registration, near the Start, and Finish area ,there will be two port-a-potties located near the turnaround area at the end of Lost Nation road.
POST RACE PARTY & AWARDS
Runners will enjoy a variety of delicious food and drink items at the post race party which runs from 10am-12pm. There are awards for top overall finishers, female and male, as well as age group winners. Awards go three deep, with 10-year age groups increments. You must be present to receive your award (awards will not be mailed out afterward).
TIMING
This race will be chip timed by 802 Timing.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
- Scenic 13.1-mile course or 10K distance option
- Traffic stops and directors at all intersections
- Aid stations on course
- Roving medical and safety personnel
- USATF certified (#VT12008JK)
PACKET PICK UP:
Saturday, July 21, 12–4pm, Fleet Feet Sports, 77 Pearl Street, Essex Junction
Sunday, July 22, 7–8am, Essex High School Ice Rink
Race Day registration will be limited to 50 first come, first served spots
RACE START: 8:30am
TIME CUTOFF
This is not a walking event! To ensure the safety of our runners and volunteers and to re-open closed roads, there will be a time cut off of three hours. If a runner hasn’t reached the 7 mile mark by 10 a.m., we cannot guarantee support through the remainder of the course–meaning aid stations will close and you will not be officially timed. Runners may be asked to remove themselves from the course.
DRIVING & PARKING
The start of the race is in front of the Essex High School and is about a 3 minute walk from registration. The address is
2 Educational Drive, Essex Junction, VT 05452. There is plenty of parking at the EHS parking lot.
BAG CHECK
Yes, there will be a bag check set up in the Essex High School Ice Rink. After the race bags will be available at the same location. Note: We are not responsible for lost or damaged property.
WATER STOPS
There will be five water stops, located approximately at 3 miles, 6 miles, 7.75 miles,9.75 miles and 11 miles.
PORT-A-POTTIES
In addition to bathroom and locker-room facilities at Registration, near the Start, and Finish area ,there will be two port-a-potties located near the turnaround area at the end of Lost Nation road.
POST RACE PARTY & AWARDS
Runners will enjoy a variety of delicious food and drink items at the post race party which runs from 10am-12pm. There are awards for top overall finishers, female and male, as well as age group winners. Awards go three deep, with 10-year age groups increments. You must be present to receive your award (awards will not be mailed out afterward).
TIMING
This race will be chip timed by 802 Timing.
Race Map
