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Sandlot Marathon

Name: Sandlot Marathon
Start: 2025-03-29
End: 2025-03-29
Location: Elk River

Elk River, United States • 29 Mar 2025

The Sandlot Marathon is a unique running event taking place at the Dave Anderson Athletic Complex in Elk River, MN. Participants can choose between a full marathon, which consists of 384 loops around the bases, or a half marathon with 192 loops. Runners will receive a Sandlot Marathon t-shirt upon registration, and finishers will earn a special award. The course is designed to keep runners within the base paths, with aid stations available every 360 feet. The event pays tribute to Harold Baines, a notable player with 384 home runs, with awards for the overall winner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Minnesota Elk River

Race information

Website Registration

26 mi

Marathon

13 mi

1/2 Marathon

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

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