Description
2012 - 13.1 Chicago:
In Chicago, there are thousands of paths. On June 9th, only one will matter - Lake Front Path. Sure, Chicago has the Magnificent Mile, but you're going to be running 13.1 Magnificent Miles. Chicago 13.1 Marathon... We make your weekends better!Course Info
The 13.1 Chicago starts and finishes at the Historic South Shore Cultural Center (SSCC) on Chicago's south side.
The SSCC offers beautiful views of both Lake Michigan and the Chicago Skyline and has hosted many notable events, including the wedding reception of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama.
The 13.1 mile course takes you along the Lake front Path past La Rabida Hospital.
After passing the hospital, you will run through Jackson Park, home of the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, the Osaka Japanese Garden, a strolling garden on Wooden Island.
You will then pass the Museum of Science & Industry, the only original building remaining from the 1893 Columbian Exposition, and one of the largest science museums in the world.
The race then head back to the Lakefront Path to almost 35th Street before heading back south, past the 63rd Street Beach House and finishing at the SSCC.
This course is 13.1 miles of perfect Windy City experience.
The 13.1 Chicago is WALKER FRIENDLY. The course will remain open for 3 hours and 30 minutes (16 minute/mile pace). 
