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Conquer the Canyon Marathon

Wellsboro, PA
Saturday, July 24, 2027


  4 Stars from 4 Reviews

Course Description
The Conquer the Canyon start and finish lines are located in Colton Point State Park. The course is a double out-and-back route along the west rim of the canyon.

The course surface consists of approximately 6 miles on dirt and 20 miles on gravel paths.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Saturday, July 24, 2027
2026: Saturday, July 25, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Hilly
Type: Multiple Out and Backs
Surface: Trail

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 69°F (20°C)
Average High: 82°F (27°C)
Average Low: 56° F (13°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 89.58
Course Score: 93.06

Race Size

2026: 48 Finishers
2025: 44 Finishers
2024: 57 Finishers
2023: 65 Finishers
2022: No Results
2021: 51 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: 0%
2025: 2.3%
2024: 5.3%
2023: 0%
2022: N/A
2021: 7.8%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 8 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 81°F  (27°C)
Low: 57°F  (14°C)

Race Start Conditions

62°F  (17°C)
Humidity: 91%

Clear
W 3 mph

PR Score

90.36

Course Score

93.88






Conquer the Canyon Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Conquer the Canyon Marathon was the 476th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 441st largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, no Conquer the Canyon Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 2.3% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Conquer the Canyon Marathon ranked 400th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 289th so far in 2026. In Pennsylvania, it ranked 17th in 2025 and 13th so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Conquer the Canyon Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Conquer the Canyon Marathon has a Course Score of 93.06, ranking it as the 451st fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 17th fastest marathon course in Pennsylvania.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Conquer the Canyon Marathon a PR Score of 89.58. The PR Score ranks the Conquer the Canyon Marathon as the 461st best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 17th best marathon for a PR in Pennsylvania.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Conquer the Canyon Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Pennsylvania for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Conquer the Canyon Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed451st fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 17th fastest marathon course in Pennsylvania
Top 97% Nationally#17 of 17 in Pennsylvania
PR Potential461st best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 17th best marathon for a PR in Pennsylvania
Top 99% Nationally#17 of 17 in Pennsylvania
Boston Qualifier Rate400th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 17th highest BQ percentage in Pennsylvania
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 84% Nationally#17 of 19 in Pennsylvania
Race Size476th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 17th largest marathon in Pennsylvania
Based on 2025 results
Top 80% Nationally#17 of 21 in Pennsylvania

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 1830 feet (557m)
Min Elevation: 1188 feet (362m)

Elevation Gain: 2477 feet (755m)
Elevation Loss: 2477 feet (755m)


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Race Reviews


4.0
Based on 4 reviews
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Full Review:

This event is for strong, brave and highly energized people! It’s fun, challenging and absolutely beautiful! The hills are no small fete! The event is well organized and reasonably priced. You will never forget your experience!

Race Tips:

Take it slow at the beginning on the first 2.5 mile hill!

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Stay local- Penn wells is great!
Reviewed by Jeanne About 2022

Staggered start??

Full Review:

Challenging course in a warm time of year in Pa. Jacket was nice medal and plaque ok. Pretty area and course half paved and half gravel surface. But most people were already running course when I showed up at 7am for 8am race time. Very disappointing for a competitive runner not to run with the competition when website said runners can start early if they need extra time. I didn't get the memo.

Race Tips:

Gravel section hard on my calf muscles.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Show up early to beat the heat.
Reviewed by JD About 2022

Beautiful but challenging hilly course

Full Review:

It's now called "Conquer the Canyon Marathon." Run though Colton Point State Park. Beautiful but very challenging hilly course run on asphalt and gravel roads. Two out and back loops. It's not a PR course. Most would choose to run this race to appreciate and experience the natural beauty of the area.
It's a reasonably priced "no thrills" marathon.

Race Tips:

The course is primarily either uphill or downhill. Very few flat sections. The race provides hydration stations (water/Gatorade) about every two miles, and water bottles at other sections along the course.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

It's about a half mile walk from the parking area to the race start. The race offered an early state, which was helpful because it can get hot in July.
Reviewed by JC About 2022

Full Review:

This was a challenging, but beautiful course. I was expecting it to be hilly, but didn't realize just how hilly. Very nice shirts & medals.

Race Tips:

It's pretty remote, so definitely recommend bringing your own water on course. I only saw 1 port-a-potty on the course.
Reviewed by NF About 2014