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Girdwood Marathon

Name: Girdwood Marathon
Start: 2025-10-04
End: 2025-10-04
Location: Girdwood

Girdwood, United States • 4 Oct 2025

The Girdwood Marathon, held in Girdwood, Alaska, is a challenging trail running event featuring a full marathon, half marathon, juniors half marathon, and a 5K trails race. The courses wind through over 30 scenic trails in a temperate rainforest, including the Winner Creek Trail, Iditarod Trails, and various mountain and bike paths around Alyeska Resort. Known for its rugged terrain and wet October conditions, the marathon is described as feeling like an ultra run, with multiple aid stations stocked with snacks and water. The race starts and finishes at the Alyeska Day Lodge, offering a unique outdoor experience amid Alaska’s natural beauty. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alaska Girdwood

Race information

Website

26 mi

Full Marathon 26.2 Miles (ish)

13 mi

Half Marathon 13.1 Miles (ish)

13 mi

Juniors Half Marathon

5 km

5k Trails Race

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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