Experience the breathtaking beauty of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains and the New River valley with the New River Marathon. This event takes place along scenic paths framed by horse farms, Christmas tree farms, and the captivating river valley. Runners frequently praise it as their favorite run due to the stunning course and the hospitality of the people. Finishers receive locally crafted wooden medallions and treasures from the Stick Boy Bread Co. Kitchen. This USATF certified event is often compared to running through paradise and is esteemed for its unmatched natural beauty.