Course Certificate

View the USATF Course Certificate here.

Directions / Parking / Shuttles / Baggage

The Marathon, Half Marathon and 8K all start and finish at the end of the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail, 850 Crane Ave, Pittsfield, MA.

Parking is available at the Allendale Shopping Center, located 500 yards from the start/finish.

PLEASE PARK IN DESIGNATED AREA ONLY
AS OTHER BUSINESSES ARE OPEN DURING THE EVENT AND WE DO NOT WANT TO USE THEIR VALUABLE SPACES.

Packet Pick Up:

Packet pick up is at:

Berkshire Running Center
5 Cheshire Rd Suite 119
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Friday, May 17 from 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Saturday, May 18 from 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Sunday, May 19 from 6:00 am-7:30 am

Race Day Deals:

Runners will receive an additional 10% off their purchase at BRC with their race bib from May 18-May 19.

 Course Time Limits:

The time limits on the course are set to comply with the road closures. Our permits allow us to have the road closure for 6 hours from the marathon start. Support on the course and the clocks will end promptly at 1:00pm for all participants.

Headphones, Strollers, Wheelchairs/Dogs

The Ashuwillticook Rail Trail is not closed to the public during this event. 

Runners MUST be aware that there will be others on the trail, cyclists, skaters, etc. 

Headphone are potentially hazardous on a bike path as you are limiting your ability to be aware of what is around you, course marshals, bikes, and other traffic. For reasons stated we discourage the wearing of headphones. 

Wheelchairs and other disabled push strollers are welcomed.  To help accommodate your needs, please contact us and let us know you are coming and we can help with any accommodations you require. 

Please. Baby strollers are not allowed.   

Please. Dogs are not allowed.

Toilets and Water Stops

There will be porta-potties at the start of each races as well as the state restrooms at the trail start and  Farnum’s Crossing 

There will be water stops at Miles 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24 with Gu Brew from miles 6-24. 

Please Share with your Spectators

The best place to watch and cheer your runners is at the many road crossings along the course. The course map can be found here: Courses

The most ideal spot to see your runner will be at the closed lots of the first entrance to the Berkshire Mall on Rt 8. This is ideal for a long look at your runner, a perfect photo op. Once you see them you will have ample time to get to the car and drive to the finish line. Due to the limited accessibility to the trail and in order to provide the runners with the most safe experience, spectators will be strongly discouraged from going onto the trail between Crane Ave and the finish line.

SPECATATORS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CROSS THE FINISH LINE AND ENTER THE CHUTE AND FOLLOW YOUR RUNNER

 Please kindly understand this will be strongly enforced.  To ensure you can get to your runner after they cross the line, you would be best to be on the Crane Avenue side of the finish line.

Can I switch events?

Yes, you may switch your event no later than May 17 - if there is space available in the desired event.

Once race packets are created, there will be no changes made.

There will be no refund for race changes, you will be charged the difference if you choose a longer event.

Awards Ceremony

The awards ceremony will take place at 12:00 pm sharp.

Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each event as well as the top in each age division 18 & Under, 19-29, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.

YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN ANY RAFFLES.

Refunds:
PLEASE READ

No refunds under any circumstances, including event cancellation or postponement. 

Events are planned and paid for months in advance of the actual date. IF our event is canceled or postponed because of weather, pandemics, or other forces beyond our control, we won’t be able to provide refunds. In these rare situations, we’ll convert the race to a virtual one and mail you your full race goodie bag.

Due to regulations changes may be made to the course or race details for the safety of our participants and staff. Any changes will be communicated prior to the event via email, on our social media platforms, and on our website.