The Maple Leaf Half Marathon & Kotler 5k Run/Fun Walk is a premier half-marathon in beautiful southwestern Vermont, providing outstanding race organization, enthusiastic volunteers, and a fun and challenging romp through the gorgeous New England countryside.
The Maple Leaf has been a late summer activity in Manchester since the mid-1970s. Most recently, it is a vehicle for bringing tourists to the area in a shoulder-season, and to help fund the area's nonprofit organizations.
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The Maple Leaf will begin at the Manchester Parks and Recreation Center and snake its way along backcountry roads, over to route 7 and then back to the Recreation Center for the finish, a little over 13 miles. At the same time, there will be a 5-Kilometer run/walk for runners/walkers who aren't up to the challenge of a half marathon.
The Make-A-Wish Vermont Maple Leaf Half Marathon is a partnership between The Manchester Vermont Lions Club and Make-A-Wish Vermont.
