Conquer The Cove Marathon Trail Race

Roanoke, United States • 1 Jun 2025

The Conquer The Cove Marathon Trail Race, held annually at Sherwood Archers in Roanoke, Virginia, offers challenging 25k and marathon distances through Carvins Cove Natural Reserve, the second largest municipal park in the U.S. Covering approximately 12,700 acres with around 40 miles of trails, the course features significant elevation gain—about 3,500 feet in the marathon—with a rewarding downhill finish. The event showcases well-marked trails, multiple aid stations stocked with water, gels, and snacks, and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. It serves as the anchor race for the Roanoke Non Ultra Trail Series (RNUTS) and highlights the scenic beauty of mountain laurel and rhododendrons in bloom during early June. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
3500 m+
Marathon
25 km
1000 m+
25k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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