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Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon

Xenia, OH
Sunday, April 4, 2027


  4.5 Stars from 4 Reviews

Course Description
The Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon course is out-and-back and mostly flat with a few small hills. It is run primarily on a paved multi-use path with some diversions on rural roads.

The typically cool weather coupled with a relatively fast course could result in a PR in this smaller marathon.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Sunday, April 4, 2027
2026: Sunday, March 29, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Mostly Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 42°F (5°C)
Average High: 53°F (11°C)
Average Low: 32° F (0°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.02
Course Score: 99.02

Race Size

2026: 104 Finishers
2025: 104 Finishers
2024: 143 Finishers
2023: 126 Finishers
2022: 54 Finishers
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: 13.5%
2025: 12.5%
2024: 14%
2023: 19.1%
2022: 13%
2021: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 12 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 60°F  (16°C)
Low: 39°F  (4°C)

Race Start Conditions

42°F  (6°C)
Humidity: 70%

Clear
SSE 7 mph

PR Score

98.69

Course Score

98.87






Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon was the 362nd largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 297th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 13.5% of Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 12.5% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon ranked 104th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 69th so far in 2026. In Ohio, it ranked 6th in 2025 and 5th so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon has a Course Score of 99.02, ranking it as the 216th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 8th fastest marathon course in Ohio.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon a PR Score of 99.02. The PR Score ranks the Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon as the 159th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 6th best marathon for a PR in Ohio.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Ohio for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Ohio River Road Runners Club Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed216th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 8th fastest marathon course in Ohio
Top 47% Nationally#8 of 14 in Ohio
PR Potential159th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 6th best marathon for a PR in Ohio
Top 35% Nationally#6 of 14 in Ohio
Boston Qualifier Rate104th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 6th highest BQ percentage in Ohio
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 22% Nationally#6 of 13 in Ohio
Race Size362nd largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 11th largest marathon in Ohio
Based on 2025 results
Top 61% Nationally#11 of 17 in Ohio

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



Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 1066 feet (325m)
Min Elevation: 911 feet (277m)

Elevation Gain: 457 feet (139m)
Elevation Loss: 458 feet (139m)


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Race Reviews


4.5
Based on 4 reviews
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Great course and event!

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Reviewed by js About 2025

Inexpensive and well run, but hilly and rough roads

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Check in was very efficient, phenomenal volunteers, plentiful aid stations, and weather was beautiful. The course conditions were worse than expected - lots and lots of potholes and roads that were in bad shape in many areas. It was also a lot more hilly than expected (my gps said it was 575ft of elevation gain). No tracking for spectators. Not much crowd support. I enjoyed the bike path portion the most - it was nice to see the racers coming back and to see all the wildflowers blooming.

Race Tips:

Unless you're on the bike path, prepare for rolling hills and rough roads.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Parking on site was nice. We got there an hour before the start and got one of the last spots. Restroom lines were long. Hampton Inn is walking distance from start line.
Reviewed by CB About 2023

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Small and inexpensive and relatively flat.
Reviewed by Aod About 2016

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I have not found a better marathon for the price. I have run this race for five straight years.

Race Tips:

Very flat course that is mostly paved bike trails with very little spectators.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Always seems to be plenty of parking and after run drink and food. There is locker rooms available at the YMCA with showers.
Reviewed by MF About 2012