- Marathon
- Half
White River
White River Marathon
This is one of the FLATTEST and FASTEST courses in the US!!
Next edition
2026 · 21 Nov 2026
Where
🇺🇸 Cotter, United States of America
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2026 edition
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Countdown
19
days to 21 Nov 2026
- Distance
- Marathon
- Course
- Flat
- Climb
- 753 m
- Entry
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About
The race
This is one of the FLATTEST and FASTEST courses in the US!! If your goal is to PR or qualify for Boston, this race is the place to do it! Course runs along the World Famous White River with scenic views.Runners get a chance to enjoy the fresh air, blue skies and mountains, lakes and trees of northern Arkansas’ Ozark Mountains region at the White River Marathon, Half Marathon for Kenya, which raises both funds for and awareness about the town’s connection with the families and children of the African village of Katito in Kenya.The African nation is where many of those organizing the race visit and volunteer each year as part of the nonprofit organization known as World Vision.
Location
Cotter, United States of America
North America · typically 9°C (48°F) on race day
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Editions
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Getting in
First come, first served
Places are sold on a first come, first served basis.
Ballot
Entries are drawn at random from everyone who applies.
Charity place
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Tour operator package
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Ballot
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Ballot closes
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Draw
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Results
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