
Friday, May 15, 2026
Todd, North Carolina
Registration for 2026 is OPEN!
A North Carolina / Blue Ridge Mountain Marathon Experience! North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains and the spectacular New River valley are the backdrop for the New River Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K. The New River, one of only 14 American Heritage Rivers, is framed with views of horse farms, Christmas tree farms, the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains and the spectacular surrounding river valley.
Experience why runners are raving:
“I can honestly say New River Marathon is my absolute favorite race~the course is stunning and the people are genuinely kind!” (50 Stater)
“It’s like a jog through the Garden of Eden!”
“Only Big Sur rivals the beauty of the New River Marathon!”
“One of the most spectacular scenic courses in the land!”
Wooden finisher medallions locally crafted from Blue Ridge Mountain wood, locally crafted awards, Stick Boy Bread Co. Kitchen finisher goodies and much more. USATF certified.
Race Day
Friday, May 15, 2026 · 5/16/2026 08:15
Start Location
Todd, North Carolina, Todd, NC 28684
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
2026 NRM T-Shirt
Registration
Register online — $73
Race Website
Official race information
2:22:56
10:55/mi pace
1:13:05
5:35/mi pace
431
58% female · 42% male
Finish Time Distribution (2025)
2:04:08
Top 25%
2:43:59
Top 75%
☀
Avg High
67°F
☽
Avg Low
53°F
☂
Precip
0.25 in
🍃
Wind
11 mph
Registration for 2026 is OPEN!
A North Carolina / Blue Ridge Mountain Marathon Experience! North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains and the spectacular New River valley are the backdrop for the New River Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K. The New River, one of only 14 American Heritage Rivers, is framed with views of horse farms, Christmas tree farms, the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains and the spectacular surrounding river valley.
Experience why runners are raving:
“I can honestly say New River Marathon is my absolute favorite race~the course is stunning and the people are genuinely kind!” (50 Stater)
“It’s like a jog through the Garden of Eden!”
“Only Big Sur rivals the beauty of the New River Marathon!”
“One of the most spectacular scenic courses in the land!”
Wooden finisher medallions locally crafted from Blue Ridge Mountain wood, locally crafted awards, Stick Boy Bread Co. Kitchen finisher goodies and much more. USATF certified.
Race Day
Friday, May 15, 2026 · 5/16/2026 08:15
Start Location
Todd, North Carolina, Todd, NC 28684
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
2026 NRM T-Shirt
Registration
Register online — $73
Race Website
Official race information
2:22:56
10:55/mi pace
1:13:05
5:35/mi pace
431
58% female · 42% male
Finish Time Distribution (2025)
2:04:08
Top 25%
2:43:59
Top 75%