The Half Marathon is a single 13.1 mile loop that starts and finishes at Eastwood Beach. Runners will find the course to be very scenic with a variety of running surfaces which include asphalt, runner friendly trail segments, dirt roads, boardwalks and city streets. 75 percent of the course is within Stony Creek Metro Park. Proceeds benefit the Detroit Chapter of Medals4Mettle.org
2012
Anna Shih
Wow, this is the most challenging course I've run to date! It's hot. It's hilly. The trails are tricky if you're not used to them. A personal worst time is likely. And yet you'll have a great time at this race. It's very well-organized with plentiful aid stations that have everything a runner could need (including pretzels, ice cold wet towels, and beer!). The volunteers and support are top notch. Fantastic event!
Time:02:41
2011
Merlin Elsner
Last 5K was nearly a 27 minute 5K, I didn't want to be there, and I think I caught myself stomping my feet like a child. Stopped at all the water stations. Not a big fan of the heat, which came in ample supply that day.
Time:01:36
Rob Slocum
One of the most challenging courses, and one of the best organized races I've seen. The course was a loop over all kinds of terrain-- grass, technical trails, gravel, dirt, and even some mud. A rolling to hilly course through park trails and roads. The weather was warm and humid. Many very helpful and friendly volunteers along the course. A modified wave start helped this small race to avoid too much congestion on the trails. I also appreciated the warning at the start from the race director about the first couple of miles. It was a relief to see the finish. This was my 100th.
Time:02:44
Victoria Slocum
Wow! This was one of the most challenging half marathons we've run: hilly trails (rocks, roots, & ruts), mud, and steamy sunshine when we got out of the woods. The event was one of the best organized we've been to with lots of support and great volunteers. It was also my husband Rob's 100th half marathon!
Time:02:22
Peter Buccos
The course was a bit challenging and wet in spots from the rain overnight, but was well marked and supported. A very very well run event.
