Runners will be taking to The Woodlands this weekend for The Woodlands Marathon. The new course and format for the full and half-marathon races will have fewer road closures and traffic impact than in years past.

The marathon, half-marathon and 10K race will take place on March 6 with a staggered start. Traffic will be impacted from 6:45 a.m when the elite runners take off until the scheduled finish at 1:45 p.m.

The marathon is primarily a loop course utilizing the Waterway and Town Center which will keep runners off the streets more. The roads that will be impacted most will include the east and west bound lanes of Lake Robbins Boulevard; the east bound lanes of Research Forest Drive; the north and south bound lanes of Kuykendahl Road; the west bound land of Timberloch Place; the east bound lane of Lake Woodlands Drive with the west bound lanes being used by vehicles going in both directions; the west bound lanes of The Woodlands Parkway; the north bound lane of East Panther Creek Drive; and lastly, the north bound lane of West Panther Creek Drive.

The Woodlands is fortunate to support these amazing athletes in achieving their goals. These events bring a large economic boost to the community. Check out volunteer opportunities or stop and cheer on your favorite runner. 

SOURCE: Houston Chronicle