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Name: One Mile With a Smile 12 Hour Endurance Run
Start: 2025-08-23
End: 2025-08-23
Location: Chesapeake

Chesapeake, United States • 23 Aug 2025

The One Mile With a Smile 12 Hour Endurance Run is a flexible race held at Oak Grove Lake Park in Chesapeake, VA. Participants can run as much or as little as they wish within a 12-hour period, completing laps on a 1.5-mile unpaved, flat loop that offers scenic views of the lake, forest, and wildlife. The event features a single aid station at the start and is limited to 60 runners, emphasizing a supportive and community-oriented atmosphere. This endurance run is suitable for runners of all levels seeking a challenging yet enjoyable experience in a picturesque setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Chesapeake

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12 hr

12 Hour Endurance Run

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

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