The Eastern States 20 Miler & Half Marathon takes place on March 16, 2025, offering runners the opportunity to participate in either a 20-mile race or a half marathon. The 20-miler starts at Traip Academy in Kittery, Maine, and takes participants through historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire, before finishing at Salisbury Beach in Massachusetts. The half marathon, starting at Odiorne Point State Park in Rye, New Hampshire, also concludes at Salisbury Beach. The courses are known for their scenic views of the Atlantic coastline, making them ideal for runners seeking a beautiful and challenging route. This event is popular among spring marathoners and is well-supported with aid stations and clear signage along the course.
Races
20 Mile
Half Marathon
The Eastern States 20 Mile covers a scenic coastal stretch from Kittery, ME, to Salisbury, MA, featuring a manageable elevation gain of 74 meters. Perfect for marathon preparation, this race, organized by Millennium Running, provides a fast, mostly flat route and ample support along the way.
The Eastern States Half Marathon offers runners a 13.1-mile route with a gentle elevation gain of 25 meters, starting in Kittery, ME, and ending in Salisbury, MA. Organized by Millennium Running, the course is ideal for both beginners and experienced half marathoners seeking a scenic and fast-paced run.
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FAQs
What is the Eastern States 20 Mile?
How long is the Eastern States 20 Mile?
Where does the Eastern States 20 Mile take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Eastern States 20 Mile?
How can I prepare for the Eastern States 20 Mile?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Eastern States 20 Mile?
The Eastern States 20 Mile covers a scenic coastal stretch from Kittery, ME, to Salisbury, MA, featuring a manageable elevation gain of 74 meters. Perfect for marathon preparation, this race, organized by Millennium Running, provides a fast, mostly flat route and ample support along the way.
The Eastern States 20 Mile is 32km long.
The Eastern States 20 Mile takes place in Kittery, Maine, USA.
The Eastern States 20 Mile elevation gain is 74 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Eastern States 20 Mile?
The Eastern States 20 Mile covers a scenic coastal stretch from Kittery, ME, to Salisbury, MA, featuring a manageable elevation gain of 74 meters. Perfect for marathon preparation, this race, organized by Millennium Running, provides a fast, mostly flat route and ample support along the way.
How long is the Eastern States 20 Mile?
The Eastern States 20 Mile is 32km long.
Where does the Eastern States 20 Mile take place?
The Eastern States 20 Mile takes place in Kittery, Maine, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Eastern States 20 Mile?
The Eastern States 20 Mile elevation gain is 74 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Eastern States 20 Mile?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Eastern States 20 Mile?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Eastern States Half Marathon?
How long is the Eastern States Half Marathon?
Where does the Eastern States Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Eastern States Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Eastern States Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Eastern States Half Marathon?
The Eastern States Half Marathon offers runners a 13.1-mile route with a gentle elevation gain of 25 meters, starting in Kittery, ME, and ending in Salisbury, MA. Organized by Millennium Running, the course is ideal for both beginners and experienced half marathoners seeking a scenic and fast-paced run.
The Eastern States Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Eastern States Half Marathon takes place in Kittery, Maine, USA.
The Eastern States Half Marathon elevation gain is 25 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Eastern States Half Marathon?
The Eastern States Half Marathon offers runners a 13.1-mile route with a gentle elevation gain of 25 meters, starting in Kittery, ME, and ending in Salisbury, MA. Organized by Millennium Running, the course is ideal for both beginners and experienced half marathoners seeking a scenic and fast-paced run.
How long is the Eastern States Half Marathon?
The Eastern States Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Eastern States Half Marathon take place?
The Eastern States Half Marathon takes place in Kittery, Maine, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Eastern States Half Marathon?
The Eastern States Half Marathon elevation gain is 25 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Eastern States Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Eastern States Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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