The marathon course is an out and back from Negro Bar State Park. The Half Marathon will go from River Bend Park to Negro Bar State Park. All finishers in the Half and Full Marathon will recive Finisher Medals. All participants will receive custom shirts, an award ceremony with BBQ will also follow the event. Awards will be given to in 15 & under, 16-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+.

Negro Bar
Gates Open:  6:00 am
Runner Orientation:  6:45 am
Race Starts:  7:00 am

No unregistered runners, walkers or pacers. No dogs. No strollers, baby joggers, incline skates, bicycles.

The use of personal music devices is strongly discouraged at this race. To enjoy all that our race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, River City Marathon & Half encourages a headphone-free environment during the running of race.

We believe your race experience and those around you will be greatly enhanced by leaving the headphones at home or in the car. Running headphone-free allows opportunities to develop camaraderie with your fellow runners and to enjoy everything the race has to offer. Plus, volunteers and spectators will be on course cheering you on and providing directions to help get you to the finish line.

Runner safety has always been, and will continue to be, a top priority for our event. Please be mindful of the other participants and respect the race personnel to ensure a safe and enjoyable race for everyone.

Solo Marathon- $80 on or before 1/19; $85 to 2/18; $95 to 3/14;
Half Marathon- $50 on or before 2/17; $60 to 3/14; $70 Packet Pickup(NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION)
ALL races are subject to fill before the closing dates. Races filled 1 month before race in 2010.
Shuttle Bus from Finish to Start of Half Marathon BEFORE race $10
Runners can switch to different races with 48 hours notice. There are no refunds or transfers to other races.

7:00 AM Marathon Start(Negro Bar)
8:00 AM 1/2 Marathon Start(River Bend Park)
10:30 AM BBQ Begins
2:00 PM Race Ends

Race Packet Pickup will on Sat March 26 at Hampton Inn & Suites - Folsom which is our Host Hotel. They are offering a special race rate and benefits. It will between 11:00 am and 5:00 pm.

We will have 9 aid stations about every 2-3 miles with water and HEED (electrolyte drink). Gels, bananas, etc will be at selected aid stations. Bathrooms are available at the start and finish and the state and county parks provide facilities including a number of water fountains and restrooms along the course. We suggest carrying a water bottle to supplement between stations.

Spectators are welcome along the trail so check out this map

Their will be a Post Race BBQ after the events by J.R.'s Texas Bar-B-Que. It will consist of Brisket, Cornbread, Beans and Coleslaw. The BBQ lunch is free for runners/walkers and $8 for friends & family.

This year we will be offering an exciting new service for the River City Marathon & Half Marathon events. iTaB is an engraved Insert which fits neatly in to the back of your Finishers Medal detailing your Name, Position and Finish Time; it provides a fantastic way to round off your Race Day experience and really celebrate your achievement. Once you have completed your Race the iTaB will be engraved and sent to you, with self-adhesive backing it fits neatly and easily in to the back of your medal. You can pre-order your iTaB here [http://www.itab.us.com/product.htm?product=river-city-marathon-half-marathon-2011-iTaB-pre-order] for just $10.00 including shipping.

From Highway 50, take the Folsom Blvd exit and follow Folsom Blvd north. Make a left onto Greenback and then another left into the Negro Bar park entrance. The State of CA charges $10 to park. Check the map here

Running Warehouse is offer runners participating in the River City Marathon a special 15% discount of their orders. Go to http://www.runningwarehouse.com/clubs.html and enter code RIVERCITYD. They offer great prices and FREE 2 Day Shipping!

We recommend Hampton Inn & Suites - Folsom(Host Hotel) which is offering special rates and benefits to guests. .

Camping is available at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area.

Denny´s, McDonalds, Taco Bell.

Safeway, Bel Air Market, Food 4 Less