The 2009 St. George Marathon is just around the corner. Rated “one of four marathons to build a vacation around” in the world, the St. George Marathon scored 937 out of 1000 in a “Marathon and Beyond” review of the country’s top Marathons. It is also ranked 11th out of the top 25 Marathons in the country by “America’s Best & Top Ten”.
The St. George Marathon is the 15th largest marathon in the USA. It begins in the majestic Pine Valley mountains and descends nearly 2600 ft., through scenic southwest Utah, to the beautiful Worthen Park. The St. George Marathon is a point-to-point race which is USA Track & Field Certified & Sanctioned. Runner’s World listed the St. George Marathon as the fastest fall marathon. A fun race indeed — and scenic. Take your camera for this one. And we don’t mean for before-and-after photos, we mean during!
Now is the time to reserve your condo for the marathon weekend in October from St. George Resort Rentals, 435-674-2023.
St. George, Utah will serve as the host city for its newest Ironman event beginning in 2010. Taking place on May 1, 2010, the event will consist of a 2.4 mile swim in Sand Hollow Reservoir, a 112 mile bike ride through the towns of Hurricane and Washington, before making its way toward the city of St. George, and a 26.2 mile run through Pioneer Park, neighborhoods along Diagonal Street and finish alongside Heritage Tower.
“Ironman is the world’s premier endurance event and we think it is perfectly suited for St. George. The determination and tenacity demonstrated by Ironman athletes resembles the fortitude of the early settlers in this area and the spirit of our residents. The course highlights the striking scenery and contrasting landscapes. We are thrilled to offer athletes and fans an experience they are sure to remember,” stated Kevin Lewis, Sports & Events Director, St. George Area Convention and Tourism Office.
St. George Resort Rentals has began taking reservations for this incredible event and encourages any athlete needing lodging to reserve their condos well in advance.
