The Eugene Marathon is one of Track Town U.S.A.'s most popular events. Located in Eugene, Oregon, the course winds through 26.2 miles of downtown streets, scenic bike trails, and river trails. Built on a desire to celebrate Eugene's history as one of the birthplaces of running, the Eugene Marathon is a must for anyone who wants to experience the historic atmosphere of Hayward Field, and run on the same streets and trails that legends like Steve Prefontaine frequented. Named one of America's "Premier Summer Marathons," the Eugene Marathon is an ideal race for everyone from first-time marathoners, to running veterans. The combination of scenic paths, city streets, friendly spectators, and the feeling that you are "running in the footsteps of legends, makes you feel that when you run Eugene, you are running home.