That meant a lot of work for the committee. We tried to find a route that didn't have a railroad crossing and didn't cross Highway 2 and 52. After starting at Sports World, runners will descend into the Trestle Valley. The valley is named a train bridge built there in 1900. The area includes a natural stream, abandoned ski lodge and oak tree groves.
Runners go down into the valley at mile seven and up at mile nine.
This is followed by a nine-mile loop through farm fields and small ravines. The loop brings competitors back to the valley and eventually the hill. Entertainment will be provided along the course. There aren't too many runners who go find hills to train on. He said the committee is excited to hear people's opinions of the course after the marathon.