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Seven Bridges Marathon

Chattanooga, TN
Sunday, October 25, 2026


  3 Stars from 2 Reviews

Course Description
The 7 Bridges Marathon starts at Coolidge Park near the Big Blue Rhino (and the Chattanooga Theatre) on Tremont Avenue. The new course crosses the 4 bridges downtown and 3 “upgraded” bridges on the North Chick Greenway. The course is road, concrete, and asphalt.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, October 25, 2026
2025: Sunday, October 19, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Mostly Loop
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 60°F (15°C)
Average High: 72°F (22°C)
Average Low: 48° F (8°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 97.85
Course Score: 97.85

Race Size

2025: 844 Finishers
2024: 622 Finishers
2023: 476 Finishers
2022: 314 Finishers
2021: 274 Finishers
2020: 197 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2025: 1.7%
2024: 2.7%
2023: 3.2%
2022: 6.4%
2021: 4%
2020: 9.1%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 14 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 71°F  (22°C)
Low: 48°F  (9°C)

Race Start Conditions

51°F  (11°C)
Humidity: 82%

Clear
N 4 mph

PR Score

97.02

Course Score

98.27






Seven Bridges Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Seven Bridges Marathon was the 101st largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 117th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 1.7% of Seven Bridges Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 2.7% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Seven Bridges Marathon ranked 419th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 376th in 2024. In Tennessee, it ranked 6th in 2025 and 7th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

The Seven Bridges Marathon has a Course Score of 97.85, ranking it as the 360th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 2nd fastest marathon course in Tennessee.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Seven Bridges Marathon a PR Score of 97.85. The PR Score ranks the Seven Bridges Marathon as the 300th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 2nd best marathon for a PR in Tennessee.

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

Seven Bridges Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed360th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd fastest marathon course in Tennessee
Top 78% Nationally#2 of 7 in Tennessee
PR Potential300th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd best marathon for a PR in Tennessee
Top 65% Nationally#2 of 7 in Tennessee
Boston Qualifier Rate419th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 6th highest BQ percentage in Tennessee
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 89% Nationally#6 of 7 in Tennessee
Race Size101st largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd largest marathon in Tennessee
Based on 2025 results
Top 17% Nationally#3 of 8 in Tennessee

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.



Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 747 feet (227m)
Min Elevation: 634 feet (193m)

Elevation Gain: 905 feet (275m)
Elevation Loss: 905 feet (275m)


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Course updated 07/08/2026




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Race Reviews


3.0
Based on 2 reviews
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They always find a way to mess it up

Full Review:

Did they get the course right this time (at last)? Last year the marathon was 27 miles and the half was 12.4. It was also 12.4 a couple of years ago when I ran the half, and they also had not one, but two, misspelled words on the finisher medal.

Race Tips:

Best strategy would be to pick a different race.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Don't choose this race if you are looking to BQ or PR because it may not be the correct distance.
Reviewed by Local Runner About 2018

Full Review:

It was a nice marathon. The hills are not bad. The stations were ok. One thing though They need to mark better the course, since there are no to many runners for the full marathon, some areas were a little bit confused to follow the route. I'll do it again.
Reviewed by Jose About 2013