Bataan Memorial Death March

Covering paved road and sandy trails, it is regarded by Marathon Guide as one of the top 30 marathons in the U.S.[1][2] The race is open to all members of the public, though a significant portion of the participants are members of military units of the U.S. and foreign armed forces and their families.

Civilians usually run in the full marathon, which is timed with awards though not certified by USA Track and Field.

Several surviving Bataan prisoners usually await the competitors to congratulate them on completing the grueling march.

In 2013, conditions were such that a weather advisory was put out to the 5,800 participants to reconsider running the race if they had not trained in the heat or at higher altitudes and that officials were considering altering or canceling the event.

In the light category, runners may wear standard distance-running apparel; in the heavy division they must carry a minimum of 35 lb (16 kg) in rucksacks or backpacks in addition to any consumables.