What is the course like for Prairie State Marathon?

Mostly Flat course on Mostly on Trails. See the elevation chart on this page for details.

Is Prairie State Marathon USATF certified?

Yes this race is listed as certified.

What are typical race-day temperatures for Prairie State Marathon?

Average ~56F (high 67F / low 45F).

Can I generate a pace band for Prairie State Marathon?

Yes use the Pace Band button on this page to create a course-specific pace band.

Prairie State Marathon | Race Info, Course, Elevation & Pace Band

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Prairie State Marathon

Libertyville, IL
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Course Description

The Prairie State Marathon course starts in Independence Grove Forest Preserve before traveling onto crushed limestone paths through and by northern Illinois prairie, forests, rivers and lakes. All courses will be USATF certified. The course is fairly flat with portions of moderate hills.

The course surface is approximately 4 miles on paved roads and the rest of the 22+ miles on crusted limestone paths.