Monument Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming fast
Runners will start the race at a cool 47°F, feeling like 44°F, but temperatures will rise to 72°F by the finish. With light winds peaking at 9 mph from the WNW, there will be a mix of tailwinds and headwinds throughout the course. Runners should plan to adjust their pace as the temperature increases, especially around the rolling terrain from miles 15 to 22, where headwinds may add to the effort.
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Race Info
Experience the beautiful scenery of Scottsbluff and Gering Nebraska. Towering natural landmarks, pine-covered hills, rugged badlands, and a rural landscape provide a stunning and tranquil experience. You'll run along part of the Oregon Trail as the course traverses through Mitchell Pass and around Scotts Bluff National Monument, which rises 800 feet above the North Platte River valley. Source
