This list ranks the fastest marathons in Georgia based on the race's Course Score. The Course Score for each marathon is created from an algorithm derived from research on how grade and elevation affect marathon running performance (race time weather is not factored in). For more detailed information, please visit the FAQ.
The BQ % is the percentage of runners who qualified for the Boston Marathon according to the latest race results. Although it is not always indicative of a fast or slow course, the percent of Boston Marathon qualifiers can provide insight into the quality of the field and/or the speed of the course.
To see a ranking of marathons based on the weather factors, in addition to the course characteristics, visit the Fastest Marathons page.
The list only includes certified marathon courses. Keep in mind that PR Scores and ranking assume very good course management and pacing - especially for the extremely downhill races.
Race Name | Course Score | BQ % | Elevation | |
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1 | Skidaway Island MarathonSavannah, GA | | |
Very Flat Course |
2 | Jekyll Island MarathonJekyll Island, GA | | |
Very Flat Course |
3 | Every Womans MarathonSavannah, GA | | Mostly Flat Course |
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4 | Museum of Aviation MarathonWarner Robins, GA | | |
Mostly Flat Course |
5 | Combos MarathonAlbany, GA | | |
Mostly Flat Course |
6 | Bound for Boston MarathonSuwanee, GA | | |
Mostly Flat Course |
7 | Silver Comet MarathonMableton, GA | | |
Rolling Course |
8 | Chickamauga Battlefield MarathonChickamauga, GA | | |
Rolling Course |
9 | Flowerfest Marathon at Callaway GardensPine Mountain, GA | | |
Rolling Course |
10 | Chasing Jefferson Davis MarathonAbbeville, GA | | |
Rolling Course |
11 | lululemon Classic City MarathonAthens, GA | | |
Hilly Course |
12 | Atlanta MarathonAtlanta, GA | | |
Rolling Course |