Rogue Marathon

Rogue Marathon is an annual long-distance running event held in southern Oregon, distinct for traversing a route along the Rogue River and through the region's mountainous terrain. While the event does not have ancient roots like those of the Olympic marathon, its name and structure are embedded in the tradition of the modern 42.195 km race, a format established in the late 19th and early 20th centuries after being inspired by Greek legend.\n\nThe event typically starts near the community of Rog