A very scenic double-loop course beginning & ending at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center running through beautiful, historic neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, downtown Columbia and the University of South Carolina.

Columbia Marathon

Human Interest Story

In distance running, the marathon is a pinnacle achievement. Its what leads people to train for months and push their bodies to the absolute limit, just so they can say, I ran 26.2 miles. Then, they might proudly slap a 26.2 bumper sticker on their car, and if theyre crazy enough, sign up for another one.

Jesse Harmon is one such runner. Hes completed seven marathons. But his craziest idea wasnt to sign up for more races  it was to take over organizing a marathon in Columbia.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results