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Pocatello Marathon

Pocatello, ID
Saturday, September 5, 2026


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Course Description
The first half of the Pocatello Marathon course drops approximately 1400 feet in elevation. The second half is relatively flat with some rolling hills and drops another 150 feet.

With scenic beauty on a course that drops over 1,500 feet elevation over the 26.2 miles, times will be fast.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Saturday, September 5, 2026
2025: Saturday, August 30, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Downhill
Type: Point to Point
Surface: Road/Pavement

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


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 60°F (15°C)
Average High: 78°F (25°C)
Average Low: 42° F (5°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.57
Course Score: 99.57


Race Size

2025: 251 Finishers
2024: 166 Finishers
2023: 178 Finishers
2022: 146 Finishers
2021: 113 Finishers
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 10%
2024: 18.1%
2023: 14%
2022: 15.1%
2021: 18.6%
2020: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes

Weather Averages for Last 13 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 83°F  (28°C)
Low: 50°F  (10°C)

Race Start Conditions

53°F  (12°C)
Humidity: 59%

Clear
ESE 5 mph

PR Score

96.84

Course Score

97.15









Pocatello Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Pocatello Marathon was the 230th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 274th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 10% of Pocatello Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 18.1% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Pocatello Marathon ranked 141st among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 59th in 2024. In Idaho, it ranked 2nd in 2025 and 1st in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.


The Pocatello Marathon has a Course Score of 99.57, ranking it as the 93rd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 1st fastest marathon course in Idaho.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Pocatello Marathon a PR Score of 99.57. The PR Score ranks the Pocatello Marathon as the 63rd best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 1st best marathon for a PR in Idaho.

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

Pocatello Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed93rd fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 1st fastest marathon course in Idaho
Top 21% Nationally#1 of 7 in Idaho
PR Potential63rd best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 1st best marathon for a PR in Idaho
Top 14% Nationally#1 of 7 in Idaho
Boston Qualifier Rate141st highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd highest BQ percentage in Idaho
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 30% Nationally#2 of 7 in Idaho
Race Size230th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 4th largest marathon in Idaho
Based on 2025 results
Top 39% Nationally#4 of 12 in Idaho

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




Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 5990 feet (1826m)
Min Elevation: 4455 feet (1358m)

Elevation Gain: 449 feet (136m)
Elevation Loss: 1962 feet (598m)


Pocatello

Course updated 06/11/2026





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