Starting at Sandpoint’s scenic City Beach Park and running out-and-back over the historic Long Bridge, this new race is a great option in place of the well-loved Sandpoint Scenic Half Marathon, which could no longer use their route and ended in 2022. The Long Bridge Half Marathon gives runners plenty of time to soak up the views of the stunning Cabinet and Selkirk mountains that frame Lake Pend Oreille, the body of water they’ll spend 3 miles running over. This race, set for Sunday, September 24, also includes a 10k distance and a discount for teams of 5 or more runners who register as a social team online. Looking for bonus points and a shiny medal? Complete the Long Bridge Swim on August 5 before doing the Long Bridge Half Marathon to earn the Long Bridge Duathlon Medal. The fall timing of this race in north Idaho is sure to make for a stunning backdrop. Bring the whole family to play in the town after the event. To register, visit runsignup.com/Race/ID/Sandpoint/LongBridgeHalfMarathon. (OTO)
