Scenic and Challenging Marathon in the Heart of Wyoming

The Casper Wyoming Marathon offers runners a unique opportunity to experience the rugged beauty and high-altitude challenges of central Wyoming. Known for its small-town charm and well-organized race experience, this marathon attracts participants seeking a distinctive and rewarding run.

Course Overview

The marathon begins at the Casper Events Center, providing runners with indoor facilities to prepare before the race. The course features a mix of urban streets and scenic trails, including stretches along the North Platte River Parkway. Runners navigate through downtown Casper, cross pedestrian bridges, and follow the river's edge, offering a blend of cityscape and natural beauty. The terrain includes rolling hills and flat sections, with an elevation starting around 5,270 feet above sea level and a finish near 5,100 feet, making altitude acclimation an important consideration.

Race Experience

Participants appreciate the marathon's intimate size, fostering a close-knit and supportive atmosphere. Aid stations are strategically placed approximately every two miles, stocked with water, sports drinks, and snacks to keep runners energized. Volunteers and local spectators, though fewer in number due to the race's size, are known for their enthusiasm and encouragement, providing moral support throughout the course.

Post-Race Amenities

Upon crossing the finish line, runners are welcomed with a variety of refreshments, including pizza, sandwiches, and beverages. The post-race area often features live music and a festive environment, allowing participants to relax and celebrate their achievements. The host hotel, conveniently located near the finish line, offers easy access for rest and recovery.

Considerations

• Weather Variability: Early June in Casper can bring a range of weather conditions, from cool mornings to warmer afternoons. Runners should prepare for sun exposure, as certain parts of the course offer limited shade.
• Course Navigation: While efforts are made to clearly mark the course, participants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the route beforehand to ensure confident navigation, especially in areas with multiple turns.
• Altitude Effects: The elevation may pose challenges, particularly for those unaccustomed to higher altitudes. Adequate preparation and acclimation strategies are advisable to ensure optimal performance.

The Visit Casper Marathon is celebrating it’s 22nd year on June 1st 2025!

We offer 10K, Full Marathon, Marathon Relay and Half Marathon distances. All distances are professionally timed with chipped race bibs and timed chip start. 

Inside the Ford Wyoming Center, runners will have access to snacks, coffee, pre-race massages and all the luxuries of indoor accommodations. The pasta dinner will be held at the host hotel on

Saturday June 1st at 6:00PM. Dinner tickets are $15 per person.

Packet Pick-up

Packet Pick-up and Expo will be held on Friday May 31st and Saturday June 1st from 4:00-8:00 at the Best Western Hotel @ 123 W E Street Casper, WY 82601. 

Pasta Dinner

The Pasta Dinner is on Saturday June 1st at 6:00PM at the host hotel at a cost of $15/e.

Transportation

By public transport

A Bus will run from the Host Hotel to the Ford Wyoming Center start line beginning at 4:30 AM on Race Morning. The bus will make continuous loops in 15-minute intervals. The last bus will leave no later than 5:40 to meet the 6:00 AM Start time.

Parking info

It is Strongly recommended that you park at the Best Western, our host hotel, and ride the bus to the start line. There is plenty of room! The Best Western will be providing no charge shuttle services from the finish line at David Street Station back to the hotel. There is limited parking at the finish line. There is parking available at the starting line, but no shuttle service is provided.

Course Information

The Course Type is a Loop out & back with the Surface being 90% Asphalt with 10% Concrete, Elevation at the Starting line at 5310ft with Finish at 5187ft, with the Aid Stations are approximately every two miles.

The Finish line hosts an Award ceremony for best overall runners and Age groups as well.

Marathon Course Map

Half-Marathon Course Map

10K Course Map

Additional Details

Host Hotel Registration: We are excited to announce we have partnered with the Best Western Hotel as the site for our Expo, Packet Pick-up and Pasta Dinner. The Best Western is also extending a room rate of $89 per night with late check out!

Registration Link: https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.51075.html?groupId=6K5MF2H7



More additional information can be found on our website www.runwyoming.com

See you at the finish line!