What is the course like for Pocono Mountains Marathon?

Rolling Hills course on Road/Pavement. See the elevation chart on this page for details.

Is Pocono Mountains Marathon USATF certified?

Yes this race is listed as certified.

What are typical race-day temperatures for Pocono Mountains Marathon?

Average ~48F (high 58F / low 37F).

Can I generate a pace band for Pocono Mountains Marathon?

Yes use the Pace Band button on this page to create a course-specific pace band.

Pocono Mountains Marathon | Race Info, Course, Elevation & Pace Band

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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Saturday, October 10, 2026
2025: Saturday, October 11, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Multiple Out and Backs
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 48°F (8°C)
Average High: 58°F (14°C)
Average Low: 37° F (2°C)

PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: Request Score
Course Score: Request Score

Race Size

2025: 47 Finishers
2024: 74 Finishers
2023: 51 Finishers
2022: No Results
2021: No Results
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 0%
2024: 5.4%
2023: 13.7%
2022: N/A
2021: N/A
2020: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Pocono Mountains Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Pocono Mountains Marathon was the 467th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 401st largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, no Pocono Mountains Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 5.4% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Pocono Mountains Marathon ranked 466th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 283rd in 2024. In Pennsylvania, it ranked 19th in 2025 and 15th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

There are currently no Course or PR Scores for the Pocono Mountains Marathon. If you would like scores calculated, send a request here.

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Pocono Mountains Marathon Elevation Chart

No course elevation available at this time.

Course updated 05/19/2023

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