Newport Marathon

This was a very well done small race and thoroughly enjoyable. The first few miles take you around in town and that is the only part with some rolling hills. After that, you go down along the bay and river and it's flat. Well marked, outstanding water stops and perfect weather. Coastal Oregon made for a wonderful week long trip and I would do this race again in a heartbeat!!!

Great to be back running the Newport Marathon after 2 years closed for Covid. This is a great event all the way around. Starting by the Yaquina Lighthouse with views of the ocean and the ironic Bay Bridge, it's all Oregon. Some small hills but mostly flat. Newport is a smaller town and they are all in for this event. The run is a fundraiser for the school sports programs and the kids enthusiastically are making things happen. Of my 200+ marathons, the finish line festivities are among the best, beer, clam chowder (all you want!), sandwiches, fruit, and other foods. Oh, and another beer. And good beer from the local micro brewery. Music and awards. Covered areas. Plenty of chairs. Super fun. We did get some Oregon liquid sunshine, but the temperature was fine and most of us just soaked it in. The first rain on race day in 22 years. Great shirt and "medal", hand made glass from a local artist!