Welcome to the 2013 Rouge-Orleans ultramarathon and team relay.
The 2013 Rouge-Orleans will take place February 8th – 10th, Mardi Gras weekend! With more volunteers, great sponsors and runners competing from all over the world, this year is sure to be the best RO yet. The 126.2 mile trek starts in the capital city of Baton Rouge and Finishes in Audubon Park in New Orleans. Participants will run on top of the levee for up to 42 hours following the Mighty Mississippi as it meanders its way 126.2 miles down to New Orleans. Running alongside historical plantations, sugarcane fields, swamps, the old haunted Carville Leper Colony, and the river will provide runner’s with an unforgettable visual tour of the state of Louisiana.
Mardi Gras Weekend! Outside of being part of a great run, runners also get to experience the insanity of Mardi Gras. There are several parades passing within walking distance of the start and finish lines, and we encourage everyone to take some time to enjoy the festivities.
2013 Charity Partner
We’re excited to announce that Girls on the Run Baton Rouge will be our partner charity for the 2013 event. Founded in 2009, GOTR has been developing after school programs which emphasize self-respect and healthy living through running and mentorship. With over 20 locations in Baton Rouge and hundreds of new runners joining every year, they are making a positive impact on peoples lives every day. Please consider donating so that more young girls can have this special experience.
Laissez les bons temps courir! - Let the good times run!
Downloadable Race Race Maps
Click the link below to view, save, and print (if necessary) the course maps.
http://www.therougeorleans.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/Rouge-Orleans-Race-Maps.pdf
Signs posted at each exchange
There will be a numbered sign posted at every exchange, both on top of the levee and by the road. They are not big signs (3 foot x 2 foot), as we are limited to how big signs can be on the route. In the event of a missing sign on race day we will let know via facebook and website updates.
Aid Station Foods. Yummm
We’re getting ready for a great time. Yummmmm.
Shuttle from Baton Rouge to New Orleans
Check out www.laswift.com if you are looking for a way to get between Baton Rouge and New Orleans.
New Race Maps
Hey y’all. We’re going to be posting the new race maps in a few days.
Elevation Profile
Check out the wicked elevation change for this years race. 
Aid Station #2 – Bocage Plantation
The second Aid station, located at mile 55, will be at the Bocage Plantation. Runners (team and solo) will depart the levee and run to the front Steps of this newly renovated, 176 year old home. This will also serve as an official vehicle waiting area for teams.
2013 Official Sponsors
