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Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon

Narragansett, RI
Sunday, October 25, 2026


  4 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description

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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, October 25, 2026
2025: Sunday, October 26, 2025

Course Information

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

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 55°F (12°C)
Average High: 63°F (17°C)
Average Low: 48° F (8°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 97.66
Course Score: 97.66

Race Size

2025: 398 Finishers
2024: 292 Finishers
2023: 286 Finishers
2022: 227 Finishers
2021: 189 Finishers
2020: 184 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2025: 9.1%
2024: 7.5%
2023: 5.6%
2022: 11.9%
2021: 7.4%
2020: 15.2%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes

Weather Averages for Last 6 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 58°F  (14°C)
Low: 45°F  (7°C)

Race Start Conditions

47°F  (8°C)
Humidity: 75%

Overcast
N 8 mph

PR Score

97.27

Course Score

97.77






Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon was the 166th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 194th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 9.1% of Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 7.5% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon ranked 155th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 221st in 2024. In Rhode Island, it ranked 1st in 2025 and 2nd in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

The Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon has a Course Score of 97.66, ranking it as the 371st fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 5th fastest marathon course in Rhode Island.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon a PR Score of 97.66. The PR Score ranks the Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon as the 317th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 5th best marathon for a PR in Rhode Island.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Rhode Island for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Ocean State Rhode Races Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed371st fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 5th fastest marathon course in Rhode Island
Top 81% Nationally#5 of 5 in Rhode Island
PR Potential317th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 5th best marathon for a PR in Rhode Island
Top 69% Nationally#5 of 5 in Rhode Island
Boston Qualifier Rate155th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 1st highest BQ percentage in Rhode Island
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 33% Nationally#1 of 5 in Rhode Island
Race Size166th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd largest marathon in Rhode Island
Based on 2025 results
Top 28% Nationally#3 of 5 in Rhode Island

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 191 feet (58m)
Min Elevation: 2 feet (0m)

Elevation Gain: 958 feet (292m)
Elevation Loss: 956 feet (291m)


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Race Reviews


4.0
Based on 1 reviews
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At the mercy of the weather

Full Review:

Nice small town marathon. Scenic ocean views, coastal neighborhoods, and rural back roads. The weather was picture perfect on Saturday, unfortunately the race was Sunday. A steady, cold rain, to go along with 40 MPH sustained winds made things a bit less enjoyable than they could have been. I was still amazed by the enthusiasm of the volunteers even with the harsh conditions. Cool finish running towards the towers, and there was a good sized tent to shield runners from the elements as they came off the course.

Race Tips:

I assumed running along the ocean would be fairly flat. Wrong. It was a hilly start through mile 5, a big climb at mile 18, and the last one between 24 and 25. My garmin had me over 1,000' elevation gain. Start conservative. I passed about 6 runners by mile 16 that flew by me at mile 6. You're gonna need a little extra at the end to get over the last hill.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

I stayed 10 minutes away and got dropped off at the beach no problem. Lots of parking spaces early, however the half marathon gets about 600 people, and starts a little later so they do fill up closer to the 7:30 start. Plenty of port o potties that were pretty clean. Bring your own bag to check, its pretty relaxed with that.
Reviewed by Billy D About 2019