Secret City Half Marathon and 5K
In person on November 11th, Virtually November 11th-25th DirectionsEvents
The Secret City Half Marathon & 5K Races
Oak Ridge, a bustling city created virtually overnight in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, was shrouded in secrecy for most of the 20th century; only appearing on maps in the mid-1960's. Today, Oak Ridge is on the map as a thriving city rich in cultural and recreational opportunities not to mention the cutting edge science and technology research for which the city is internationally known!
COME TO OAK RIDGE AND EXPERIENCE FOR YOURSELF.....A ONE OF A KIND TENNESSEE HALF MARATHON AND FUN 5K RACE EVENT!
Packet Pick Up: PPU dates will still occur as normal: Thursday, November 9th 4-7pm, and race morning 7:30-8:45am. Thursday pick up will be at the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce, 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike. Race morning pick up will be on site.
For virtual Runners: A reminder you have from November 11-25 to complete the virtual run. You will receive all your race swag via mail AFTER November 25th.
Benefiting
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Place
697 Melton Lake Dr.
Oak Ridge, TN
Description
Secret City Half Marathon and 5K Date: November 11, 2023
The half marathon route starts at the scenic Melton Lake Park peninsula. Considered a great PR course! Course runs along the beautiful Melton Lake then down by an operational quarry for a change of scenery. Continue along a serene tree-lined private road then wind through Oak Ridge. Finish your race along the water's edge right back to the peninsula. Course is USATF certified with certification # TN15066MS.
The 5K race route starts and finishes at the Melton Lake Park peninsula. The course follows the water's edge along Melton Lake to Elza Gate Park then double back down the walking trail to the peninsula. A very scenic, easy, and enjoyable 5K run. Cert #: TN15077MS
Race Contact Info
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The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oak Ridge has created a direct booking link for guests of your group. Link for room rates is forthcoming.
Directions
Secret City Half Marathon & 5K
697 Melton Lake Dr.
Oak Ridge, TN
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