Running the Rapids...

• 5K Run :- Run 3.1 Miles
• Half Marathon:- Run 13.1 Miles

_ The 2018 Running the Rapids:

Every day you lace up your sneakers and put foot to pavement, you’re breaking down personal barriers to get to your best self. By Running the Rapids, you’re giving others the helping-hand they need to break their barriers. Thank you for helping us build up our community as you build up yourself!

Running the Rapids is more that just a half marathon. It is a way to experience what northern Minnesota is truely like. Run our trails, visit with our people, and experience life the northern Minnesota way. #RaceNorth

Running the Rapids is a non-profit organization that will donate a portion of funds raised to organizations in our community who support and encourage health and well-being for all people.

Event details and schedule

Location: Portage Park, 25570 Katherine Ave, Cohasset, MN 55721

Course Information: It is a looped course, with the start and finish in the same place. Portions of the course are on Road. Please see Course Map for more information  

Parking: Portage Park,25570 Katherine Ave, Cohasset, MN 55721

Check In: 6:00am    

Half Marathon Start: 7:00am

5k Start: 7:15 following start of Half Marathon

Food: Light snacks will be provided to Participants. If looking for Lunch, there are several area resturants just minutes away.

What to Bring:

• ID(to be presented at registration)

• Light Sweater(weather depending)

• Any additional running materials

What to Wear: Please wear appropriate clothing.

Men: Running Shirt/ T shirt, running Shorts pants, Running shoes.

Women: Running Shirt/ T-Shirt, running shorts/pants, running shoes

Time Limit: Time Limit will be put in place for the Half Marathon. A 16 minute mile pace(3 hours, 22 minutes, 50 seconds) will be the minimum pace.

Weather: In cases of Adverse Weather, the race will be held on August 26, 2018 in the same place.

-) 2018 race registration is open • Registration Information