The course is the same as the full marathon for approximately 19 kms. Near the start there is a short loop through Mackenzie Trails and then the big NE loop to River Bend Golf Course. It is a flat and fast course staying close to the scenic meandering Red Deer river. At 19.5 kms the course passes KerryWood Nature centre and runs behind the Lindsay Thurber High School, with a short steep grunt part way up Michener Hill, then back onto 55th street (see Start) and downhill turning right on 42 A Avenue to the Finish Line!!
