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El Paso Marathon

El Paso, TX
Sunday, February 28, 2027


  5 Stars from 4 Reviews

Course Description

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Sunday, February 28, 2027
2026: Sunday, February 22, 2026

Course Information

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

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: Yes

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 52°F (11°C)
Average High: 65°F (18°C)
Average Low: 39° F (3°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 96.14
Course Score: 96.14

Race Size

2026: 657 Finishers
2025: 431 Finishers
2024: 298 Finishers
2023: 238 Finishers
2022: 282 Finishers
2021: 73 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: 1.8%
2025: 3.3%
2024: 4.7%
2023: 6.7%
2022: 3.2%
2021: 2.7%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 15 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 65°F  (18°C)
Low: 39°F  (4°C)

Race Start Conditions

42°F  (6°C)
Humidity: 51%

Clear
SE 6 mph

PR Score

98.2

Course Score

98.2






El Paso Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The El Paso Marathon was the 155th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 186th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 1.8% of El Paso Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 3.3% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the El Paso Marathon ranked 362nd among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 196th so far in 2026. In Texas, it ranked 13th in 2025 and 10th so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the El Paso Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The El Paso Marathon has a Course Score of 96.14, ranking it as the 420th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 26th fastest marathon course in Texas.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the El Paso Marathon a PR Score of 96.14. The PR Score ranks the El Paso Marathon as the 395th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 25th best marathon for a PR in Texas.

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

El Paso Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed420th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 26th fastest marathon course in Texas
Top 91% Nationally#26 of 26 in Texas
PR Potential395th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 25th best marathon for a PR in Texas
Top 86% Nationally#25 of 26 in Texas
Boston Qualifier Rate362nd highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 13th highest BQ percentage in Texas
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 76% Nationally#13 of 29 in Texas
Race Size155th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 11th largest marathon in Texas
Based on 2025 results
Top 27% Nationally#11 of 37 in Texas

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 3964 feet (1208m)
Min Elevation: 3698 feet (1127m)

Elevation Gain: 552 feet (168m)
Elevation Loss: 552 feet (168m)


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Course updated 12/10/2025




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Race Reviews


5.0
Based on 4 reviews
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Full Review:

I like that it started on the outskirts of town and ended downtown. I didn't like that I didn't know we are going to be shuttled there so I left my car all the way on the other side on accident ( I missed the memo because apparently everyone else knew lol). Great course overall though. Truly got to see all of El Paso. Some fun water stations along the way. Good cheering crowds scattered throughout. There was a Star wars one were everyone was in costume and they had little kids dressed up too. Great cheering squad and it was fun to run through that, high fiving all of them. Nice little break from reality and push to finish. I liked the theme stations where the people got into it.

Race Tips:

It can get windy and if you're on a hill, be prepared for it to affect your time. Take your own gu and something for cramping. There was only one station with sodas and pickles and it was somewhere towards the end of the Run.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

If doing the full, pick up your packet the day before and get familiar with the course, it helps. Get info about the shuttle way ahead of time and scope out a few places to eat afterwards. That way, you're not just settling for whatever if your first choice is packed.
Reviewed by R.L. About 2017

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Springfoot Marathon no longer starts atop Transmountain, but on the eastside side of town and ends downtown at the beautiful Chihuahuas baseball stadium. Mostly flat, some hills right after the half. Another two stations with Gu would have been nice :) The gathering at the finish was nice. Nice, huge bronze medals :)

Race Tips:

Bring Gu or whatever you use for energy
Reviewed by Marcy - 4:15 PACER About 2017

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Reviewed by Anonymous About 2017

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Reviewed by Anonymous About 2011