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Marathon
26.2 mi
160.50 USD
Heart of America Marathon & Relay
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Distances
Running
Relay
26.2 mi
54.50 USD
About
The Heart of America Marathon is the 2nd oldest continuously running marathon in the US, occurring annually since 1960. This race is known for its challenging course, which includes heat, hills, and humidity.
Catering & aid stations
Water and ice at all stations; sports drink starting at Cooper's Landing. Aid stations are located at miles 3.8, 7, 9.7, 12, 12.5, 15, 16.5, 18, 20, 22, 23, 24.5, and 25.
Typical weather in Columbia
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan55°37°
↑ 07:30
↓ 17:38
Feb59°40°
↑ 07:10
↓ 18:08
Mar67°46°
↑ 07:35
↓ 19:33
Apr75°53°
↑ 06:53
↓ 19:56
May82°62°
↑ 06:23
↓ 20:20
Jun89°70°
↑ 06:13
↓ 20:38
Jul91°73°
↑ 06:25
↓ 20:37
Aug89°72°
↑ 06:47
↓ 20:12
Sep84°67°
↑ 07:09
↓ 19:32
Oct75°56°
↑ 07:30
↓ 18:51
Nov65°46°
↑ 06:58
↓ 17:22
Dec58°40°
↑ 07:23
↓ 17:17
Results
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- Marathon160.50 USD
- Relay54.50 USD
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Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:25:49 AM
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