The Helderberg to Hudson Half Marathon is a 13.1 mile running race from Voorheesville to Albany via the Albany County Rail Trail produced by ARE Event Productions in partnership with Albany County. GENERAL DESCRIPTION The course is point-to-point, starting at Stephen P. Wallace (New Scotland Town) Park and finishing at …
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The Helderberg to Hudson Half Marathon is a 13.1 mile running race from Voorheesville to Albany via the Albany County Rail Trail produced by ARE Event Productions in partnership with Albany County.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The course is point-to-point, starting at Stephen P. Wallace (New Scotland Town) Park and finishing at Jennings Landing on the Hudson River. The first 2 miles are on the streets of Voorheesville. The next 9 miles are on the gently descending newly paved path of the Albany County Rail Trail. The final 2.1 miles follows the route of the soon to be completed rail trail connector to the Hudson River bike path.
ELEVATION
Starting Elevation: 420′
Max Elevation: 480′ at 0.42 miles
RACE THE RIVERS SERIES
The inaugural Helderberg to Hudson Half Marathon and the Mohawk Hudson Marathon are excited to present the first ever Race the Rivers Series. Complete the April Half Marathon on the Albany County Rail Trail and the October Marathon on the Mohawk Hudson Bike Path and receive both a custom Race the Rivers Series medal as well as a commemorative Race the Rivers Series mug.
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Well organized, flat course
This was the first year of this race, and it went off almost seamlessly! When an issue with buses caused a delay, the race organizers clearly communicated the new start … MORE
This was the first year of this race, and it went off almost seamlessly! When an issue with buses caused a delay, the race organizers clearly communicated the new start time and made sure it went off smoothly. The course was well maintained and fairly flat, with lots of amazing cheering groups. The after-race party was great, with a beer tent, sandwiches and free massages. I hope to run this one again.
Beautiful Inaugural Race!
This was was the first year for this race and it was fantastic. Beautiful course along a rail trail and the Hudson River. Continual communication and updates from race organizers … MORE
This was was the first year for this race and it was fantastic. Beautiful course along a rail trail and the Hudson River. Continual communication and updates from race organizers and a cool medal at the finish. Will Run next year for Sure!