Events
1/2 Marathon
1/4 Marathon
60 spots left. Registration ends March 28, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
Marathon Course is USATF Certified
Race Shirt Registration Deadline
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Place
Barren township, IL US 62897
Finisher Medals
Each race has its own finishers medal. The medals have a magnetic side to connect the medals to each other.
Schedule
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Friday March 27 Packet Pick Up
Seasons Restaurant at Rend Lake Golf Course
12476 Golf Course Rd
Whittington, IL 62897
5pm to 7pm
Saturday March 28
6:30 AM Packet Pickup at North Marcum Beach.
8:00am Buses Leave For Marathon Start
8:30 AM Marathon Start
8:45 AM Buses leave for Half Marathon Start
9:30 AM Half Marathon Start
9:30 AM Quarter Marathon Start
Awards will be given as you finish. Check awards table.
3:30 PM All races closed
Description
The Rend Lake Marathon, Half-Marathon and Quarter-Marathon
Gorgeous paved paths, stunning views and rolling country roads make this course the Marathon to remember!
Rend Lake, IL, located in the heart of southern Illinois, is a natural haven for wildlife and a recreational haven for visitors. Rend Lake consists of 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land. Campers will delight in the nearly 800 sites found in 5 public campgrounds on Rend Lake. Boaters are provided access to the lake through the numerous boat ramps. Beaches, picnic sites and trails provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor fun.
The course then will take you across the lake for one of the best panoramic views in Illinois, before connecting to the bike path which passes South Sandusky Beach, the Marina, Rend Lake Visitors Center, the amazing spillway and dozens of other spectacular views of Rend Lake. From there you will continue on country roads winding through beautiful vistas including both Lake Hamilton and Lake Benton. Finally you will get back on the bike path and end at the stunning North Marcum Beach.
We can't wait to see you finish your next great adventure with us!
Aid Stations
The Following Aid Stations will be available. Mileages are approximate. M = Full, H = Half, Q = Quarter
Aid Station #1 - Barren Township Hall (M-4.6 Miles) Water, Gatorade Endurance, and a Porta John are at each aid station.
Aid Station #2 - Near Loon Ln (M 8.2 Miles)
Aid Station #3 - Rend City Parking Lot (M 11.69 Miles) gel fuel
Aid Station #4 - Dam Rd (M H 15.13 Miles)
Aid Station #5 - Petroff & Duquion (M H 17.94 Miles)
Aid Station #6 - Lake Shore Drive (M H 21.73 Miles)
Aid Station #7 - Franklin Cemetary (M H Q 23.78 Miles)
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Lodging
Seasons Lodge and Condominiums at Rend Lake Golf Course is offering 10% discount race weekend. Mention Rend Lake Marathon for your discount.
Directions
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