Marathons

Wisconsin might not always come up first when runners talk about iconic marathons, but the variety here is real. You get the charm of smaller communities, the buzz of big cities, and scenery that shifts between rivers, lakes, and tree-lined paths. If you’re looking to run a marathon in the Badger State, these four courses […]

Each of these races shows off a different side of the Mountain State. One runs you through a college town with a stadium finish, another drops you onto a rail trail that follows the river for miles, a third takes you past Civil War landmarks, and the last one flips the script completely with a

The state’s marathon scene stretches from dense city streets to quiet forest trails, with race days shaped by weather that can swing from crisp autumn skies to cool coastal mornings. Some courses show off Seattle’s skyline, others follow rivers and valleys, and a few take runners through tunnels or along the edge of the Olympic

Each of these races highlights a different part of Virginia. They blend history, scenery, and strong community support, making it a place where runners can find races that feel distinct from one another. Whether you want a course lined with national landmarks, a fast path along the ocean, or a straightforward point-to-point through an entire

The state blends rugged Green Mountain terrain with postcard views of lakes, covered bridges, and small towns that still feel tucked away from the rest of the world. Instead of sprawling, crowded races, Vermont offers events that highlight scenery, community, and a little bit of grit. Here’s my breakdown of the best of the best,

Marathoning in Utah isn’t one-size-fits-all. You can chase a downhill getaway through canyon walls, loop a turquoise alpine lake at a leisurely pace, or quietly hum through red-rock desert byways. This guide cuts straight to what makes Ogden, Big Cottonwood, Utah Valley, and Bear Lake so special, with timing cues, terrain quirks, and top tips

Marathons in Texas don’t all follow the same playbook. From gritty cobblestones to flat fast roads, each one delivers a different kind of test. I’ve reviewed the big names like the Cowtown Marathon, and included some hidden gems later on! Get yourself read up on what to expect on race day, so there are no

Marathons in Tennessee stretch from the honky-tonk chaos of Nashville to the stately riverbanks of Memphis, across seven bridges in Chattanooga, and into the spring hills of Knoxville. You’ll find courses that ride rolling elevation, finish under iconic city landmarks like the Sunsphere, or weave right through world-famous institutions. If you want running that lands

From Sioux Falls to Deadwood to Crazy Horse to Spearfish, and more. Marathon running in South Dakota feels like slipping into a story written by the land itself, a wide-open chapter set amid prairie expanses, Black Hills pines, and ancient canyons. You’ll swap city noise for the rustle of grass and pine needles, and find

From Myrtle Beach to Kiawah Island to Greer to Daufuskie Island, and more. South Carolina isn’t the kind of place that throws a marathon just to tick a box. Here, races have personality. The landscapes change quickly, from salt marshes and live oak tunnels to boardwalk stretches and sleepy inland neighborhoods. Winter mornings start cool