noosa half marathon

If you like your running flat out – then the Noosa Half Marathon is for you. This is a pancake flat course winding its way through scenic Noosa Heads and back into Noosa, Australia on the glorious Sunshine Coast.

The Noosa Marathon is run over 21km, with a 10km event and a 5km run/walk also held. The 21km is 2 laps around Noosa Sound and back to Gympie Terrace in Noosa, Queensland. There are total road closures for the event to ensure runner safety.

It doesn’t matter if you are under 18 or over 80, or in a wheelchair there are categories for you to compete in. The Noosa Heads half marathon is all about giving it a go and having fun. Many elite athletes use it as a chance to improve their PB, as the conditions are perfect and as a result it is now one of the main features of the Queensland running calendar

This marathon event in Noosa is held in August each year, when the cool Noosa weather makes it perfect for distance running. The Noosa Half Marathon is just one of the many fitness based Noosa Events during the year, Many people who compete in this event back up in November for the Noosa Triathlon or try their hand at ocean swimming at the Blue Water Swim in May.

Noosa on the Sunshine Coast is located about 90minutes north of Brisbane. There is plentiful event accommodation, as Noosa holidays are very popular, making it one of the top holiday destinations in Queensland. Just remember to pack your joggers.

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