We are Back! After a highly successful 2023, we are already getting ready for 2024 which will be our 20th anniversary edition! With a new Boston Qualifier Certification, a fantastic event venue and a stunning course, LM24 promises to be the best ever. Make your plans now to be there.

Event Info

Race Overview

A stunningly beautiful course in the scenic town of Leavenworth, Washington. Marathoners will start near the renowned Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area. Runners will run a fast course that begins with a 10 mile journey through Icicle Canyon, transitions to trails along the Icicle River, passes through the National Fish Hatchery to East Leavenworth Road, crossed the bridge into the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth to follow wooded riverfront parks and trails, eventually meeting up with Icicle Road, which leads back to one more trip around the Icicle River trails and to the Finish and roar of the crowd at the Hatchery and event center. In this amazing course, runners will encounter a mix of paved roads and paths, dirt roads, paths and trails. Surrounded by impressive mountains, participants might see salmon spawning in the rivers or four legged creatures cheering from the edge of the wild!

The marathon is limited to runners who will complete the course within the six hour time limit, due to course restrictions. Walkers are welcome in the half marathon category. The half marathon course is open for four hours.

About Leavenworth

Leavenworth is Washington’s “Bavarian Village” located 2.5 hours east of the Puget Sound region and borders the Wenatchee/Okanagan National Forest and the Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area. Leavenworth hosts an Oktoberfest style celebration each year with music, parades, food (and of course, beverages) and activities for children and adults all month long. A great race will add to your unique experience in Leavenworth on race weekend!

course maps

Visual Course Poster Map

Downloadable Digital Course Map

Certifications

USATF Certified Course

Partnerships

Partnerships are key to our success and your experience. We are very proud of the partnerships we have forged with the United States Department of Fish and Wildlife, United States Forest Service, Washington State Department of Transportation, Chelan County, the City of Leavenworth, and our friends and neighbors in Leavenworth, without whom this event would not be possible.

Registration

Entry Fees

Fees include: Official finisher’s medal, age group awards, post-race fruit, cookies, muffins, water, sports drink, course support (water, sports drink, gel, and first aid), accurate computer chip timing and access to professional race photos.

Refund Questions? <CLICK HERE>

Registration closing date: Day of race

Race Day Info

Start Times

Marathon - 7:00 am - Top of Icicle Canyon
Half Marathon - 9:00 am - Event Center-Start/Finish

All Shuttle Event for 2024!

Yes! New and exciting changes to make parking and transportation a breeze for our participants and limiting our traffic impact on our friends and neighbors in Leavenworth.

• All Athletes will shuttle from Leavenworth to Event Center-Start/Finish located at Icicle River Middle School, 10195 Titus Road. Leavenworth WA. There is no parking or event access at the Event Center-Start/Finish.

• Parking is available near the Shuttle Transit Center and in other lots located around Leavenworth. For more info from the City of Leavenworth, Click Here

• Registration and Bib Pickup location will now be located next the new Shuttle Transit Center located at Icicle River Middle School, 10195 Titus Road. Leavenworth WA

• Download the LM24 Guidemap to Registration, Shuttle and Parking for all details.

Packet Pick-up & Registration

MARATHON

Friday, October 4th: 4:30 to 8:00 pm - Icicle River Middle School, 10195 Titus Road. Leavenworth WA
Saturday, October 5th: 5:30 to 6:00 am - Icicle River Middle School, 10195 Titus Road. Leavenworth WA

HALF MARATHON

Friday October 4th : 4:30 to 8:00 pm - Icicle River Middle School, 10195 Titus Road. Leavenworth WA
Saturday, October 5th: 7:00 to 8:15 am - At Registration Kiosk located at the Event Center-Start/Finish

Shuttle Schedule

FREE MANDATORY SHUTTLE

• The Shuttle will leave and return to the Shuttle Transit Center located at Icicle River Middle School, 10195 Titus Road. Leavenworth WA

Photos

Photos will be taken by ENMOTIVE and will be available to view and download after the event.  

Results

Timing and results will be compiled by ENMOTIVE using disposable Chronotrack chips. Results will be posted immediately and may be accessed on our results page.

Important Course Information

Mile Markers will be posted on blue and orange signs. Marathon are blue and Half Marathon signs are orange. Directional signs will be placed throughout the course. Dirt/gravel sections will also be marked by flour and tape on the trails. Course Marshalls will be strategically located at key turns and intersections and will help to ensure guidance, safety and race integrity. Participants are ultimately responsible for knowing and following the course.

About Pets, Strollers and other tethered equipment.

As a USATF sanctioned event, and to protect the safety and well-being of all participants, no pets, strollers or any kind of tethered equipment are allowed.

Shirts

For 2024, we will be offering high quality tech shirts and other race apparel for purchase at time of registration. In addition there will be a limited opportunity to purchase apparel at the event..  

Finisher Medals

Finishers of all events will be awarded a custom Leavenworth Marathon medal upon crossing the finish line.

Awards

Overall, male/female winners of the marathon and half marathon will receive custom awards which will be celebrated at 11 am on race day. Age-group awards will be given to the top three male/female finishers and celebrated soon after overall winners ceremony. All awards must be picked up on race day and will not be available to be mailed after our event.

SWAG for Purchase

Purchase a TedDriven, Leavenworth Marathon or Wenatchee Marathon running hat, beanie or t-shirt at packet pick-up or the finisher area. We will also be selling prior year shirts and glassware at great prices.

Support Stations

Aid stations will be located every 2-3 miles. Each aid station will provide water and Skratch sports drink. Energy Gels will be available at approximately miles 10 and 21 for the marathon and mile 8 for the half marathon.  

First Aid/Ambulance

There will be a First Aid tent set up at the finish line and an EMT supported ambulance will also be on-hand in case of emergencies. 

Post Race Refueling

Water, sports drink and snacks will be provided near the finish line for participants only. Please retain your race bib for access to the food and drinks.

Community Partners

We are very fortunate to have a great team of Community Partners ready to make your race experience smooth and memorable. They are the ones who at the Support Stations, the Course Marshall’s and ones the event center/finish line.

Every year, we partner with nearly one dozen local groups who will be using the Leavenworth Marathon as a fundraising event for their organization or cause. In addition, the Leavenworth Marathon and TedDriven remain firmly committed to providing financial support for cutting-edge cancer research.

Your participation enables us to invest in Global Cancer Research and Local Survivor Support

The Leavenworth and Wenatchee Marathons are operated by TedDriven, an organization that supports cancer research and local charities. Cancer research is a special interest of the directors. We all are connected to someone affected by cancer. Your race directors, Lynda, Colin, Wendy & Ian have all been directly impacted and are committed to doing their part to fight the disease. TedDriven invests proceeds from the Wenatchee Marathon and the Leavenworth Marathon to the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center at Columbia University.

Thank you!

Finally, thank you for your participation in the Leavenworth Marathon. Let’s make it a great day! 

Your race directors,
Lynda, Colin, Wendy, and Ian
TedDriven

Directions

Accommodations

Lodging accommodations during October (and most of the year:) is limited in Leavenworth—reserve early. Contact the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce for lodging options or your favorite online booking site. There is additional lodging available in Wenatchee, a scenic 20 minute drive east.