Runners’ favorite spots on the Grandma’s route

Kenny Johnson WDIO

Runners’ favorite spots on the Grandma’s route

What should spectators look for along the route of Grandma's Marathon?

With Grandma’s Marathon hype ramping up, returning runners are getting excited to run on the beautiful course of Grandma’s Marathon.

The diverse route tends to be a big draw for runners, with its perfect mix of nature and city sights.

Conrad Hjort has been running Grandma’s for 30 plus years, and has 3 spots that are what make the race for runners.

  • MILE 17 & 18: The transition from the nature side of the race to the city part of the race happens. The crowd gets bigger and the course gets more challenging.
  • LEMON DROP HILL: The most challenging segment of the race, where spectators cheer runners on to get them to push through for the downhill part of the race.
  • MILE 26: The segment that is typically after the part behind the DECC, The crowd is roaring and the finish line is so close.
  • THE CHUTE: Where the finish line is.