Event Description

  About the race

The Scenic Half Marathon course is a sight to be seen! With fantastic views from the Long Bridge, stunning surroundings and picturesque setting of Lake Pend Oreille, the Scenic Half Marathon in Sandpoint, Idaho is unlike any other race around.

The route is great for elite and beginning runners alike, as the majority of the course is flat and fast. The course is an out-and-back style and is not a closed course. The majority of the route for the 10k race is on bike paths and paved walkways with no vehicle access; about half of the half marathon is on bike paths, and half will be on Lakeshore Drive, a beautiful rural road along the shores of Pend Oreille. (We provide numerous safety monitors on foot, bicycles and local law enforcement officers and vehicles - but always be alert for personal safety.)

Each round of races begins at Sandpoint City Beach where runners and their spectators may gather ahead of time to take in the sunshine and surroundings. Ample free parking is provided all across Sandpoint, allowing participants to enjoy everything the area has to offer.

The Scenic Half Marathon sets Sandpoint apart as a destination location for runners, outdoor adventure seekers, tourists and fitness gurus alike!

For more information, please visit our website at www.scenichalf.com!

Event details and schedule

Saturday, September 19, 2020: Participant Packet Pick-Up Day & Late Registration Deadline

• Registered racers may pick up their participation packets and shirts from 2:00-5:00PM. 

  LOCATION TBD

  Participants are encouraged to check-in during this time so they have everything needed to hit the course on Sunday morning.  
• Late registrations will also be taken in-person only from 2:00-5:00PM on Saturday, September 19, 2020. Location TBD.  This is the last day to register.
• No race day registrations will be permitted.

Sunday, September 20, 2020: Race Day

• Registered racers may pick up their participation packets and shirts from 6:00-7:30AM at Sandpoint City Beach, if not completed on Saturday.
• No registrations will be permitted on this day.

Race Start Times:

• The Half Marathon race will begin promptly at 8:00AM.
• The 10K race will begin at 8:15AM.

Course Closure:

• It is required you complete your race by Noon.

Parking & Arrival Information:

• Free parking is available all throughout downtown Sandpoint on Sundays. It is suggested that participants park outside of Sandpoint City Beach and walk to the race start line, as the parking lot will not become available for vehicles to enter and leave the beach area until after the course closes.
• Upon arrival participants who have not checked in and picked up their packets may do so at the registration booth. All other participants may stretch, warm up and explore the other booths in the grassy area around the start line.

What to Bring:

• It is very important you remember to bring your race bib. Since this is a timed event, bib numbers are assigned to specific, individual participants and cannot be easily changed. In the event that you lose or forget your bib please find a Race Official as soon as possible.

What Not to Bring:

• YOUR DOG.  Please respect the course and your fellow runners and leave your furry friend at home.  If you are seen on the course with your dog, you will be asked to leave the race immediately and will be disqualified.  

What to Wear:

• The weather in Sandpoint in September varies but is typically a pleasant 60-65 degrees. It is suggested that participants dress in layers, and be prepared for potential rainfall and wind.

Waivers & Medical Information:

• It is required that all race participants agree to and sign the Release and Waiver Liability Agreement. This information may be found on the Scenic Half website, the online registration and downloadable registration form.
• It is very important that each racer write the following medical information on the back of their bib in case of an emergency: full name, phone number, address, list of allergies, details of any ongoing medical problems and a list of current medications and supplements.