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Savin Rock Marathon

West Haven, CT
Saturday, April 3, 2027


  4.5 Stars from 2 Reviews

Course Description
The Savin Rock Marathon is a double loop of a rolling half marathon course. Approximately nine miles of the race are along Long Island Sound. The Start and Finish are at the Savin Rock Conference Center.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Saturday, April 3, 2027
2026: Saturday, March 28, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Multiple Loops
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 38°F (3°C)
Average High: 45°F (7°C)
Average Low: 31° F (0°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 96.77
Course Score: 96.77

Race Size

2026: 133 Finishers
2025: 158 Finishers
2024: 88 Finishers
2023: 129 Finishers
2022: 129 Finishers
2021: 166 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: 8.3%
2025: 2.5%
2024: 2.3%
2023: 8.5%
2022: 7%
2021: 12.1%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 11 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 49°F  (9°C)
Low: 36°F  (2°C)

Race Start Conditions

40°F  (4°C)
Humidity: 72%

Overcast
N 10 mph

PR Score

96.45

Course Score

96.77






Savin Rock Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Savin Rock Marathon was the 297th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 376th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 8.3% of Savin Rock Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 2.5% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Savin Rock Marathon ranked 390th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 89th so far in 2026. In Connecticut, it ranked 2nd in 2025 and 1st so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Savin Rock Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Savin Rock Marathon has a Course Score of 96.77, ranking it as the 406th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 3rd fastest marathon course in Connecticut.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Savin Rock Marathon a PR Score of 96.77. The PR Score ranks the Savin Rock Marathon as the 371st best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 3rd best marathon for a PR in Connecticut.

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

Savin Rock Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed406th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd fastest marathon course in Connecticut
Top 88% Nationally#3 of 4 in Connecticut
PR Potential371st best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd best marathon for a PR in Connecticut
Top 81% Nationally#3 of 4 in Connecticut
Boston Qualifier Rate390th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd highest BQ percentage in Connecticut
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 82% Nationally#2 of 3 in Connecticut
Race Size297th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd largest marathon in Connecticut
Based on 2025 results
Top 50% Nationally#2 of 3 in Connecticut

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Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 176 feet (53m)
Min Elevation: 2 feet (0m)


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Race Reviews


4.5
Based on 2 reviews
Write Your Own Review

Great Race!

Full Review:

This is a low key marathon, but man did I enjoy it. The course is very nice for a few reasons:
1) very few straightaways for miles. It seems like you are always turning, making it easy to stay engaged
2) quite a nice finishing 2 miles along the water
3) well organized

"No thrills" is what I'd call it, same day bib-pickup, no after party - just a good classic race.

A decent number of people participate, but expect to have more than half of them leave you at the 1/2 way mark. It can get a bit lonely on lap #2.

The run in 2023 was certainly a huge challenge, strong winds, cold, sleet/ice, and despite all that (and the hills), it was a wonderful experience.

Race Tips:

Its been said already on a review here, but plan for the hills. The first lap of the 6 or so hills seemed managenable to me (one right before mile #8 is a bear), but the second lap they will test you.

Hills aside, be prepared for wind. It might have been just this year, but the wind off of the ocean from roughly mile 11 to mile 14/15 was very noticable and challenging. We had the added pleasure of having sleet come down sideways to contend with.

Park right on site, I'd suggest arriving around 645 to get the bib. Plenty of parking, porta potties (shoutout to the race director who actually waited an extra minute or two to make sure everyone was done before starting), and good organization.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Because the race starts at 8am, you can stay easily an hour away (I did) to save on a drive, and cost of a hotel. Plenty of options as the race is right off of I-95.
Reviewed by BK About 2023

Scenic course with amazing views of LI Sound

Full Review:

Scenic course with amazing views of LI Sound. Volunteers were cheerful and friendly. Easy for family and friends to cheer as the course is like a figure 8 and they get to see you pass several times. White cotton T as a race shirt was disappointing.

Race Tips:

Marathon is a double loop course with hills between mile 4-9 and 17-22. Need to increase pace on the flats to compensate for the hills.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Arrive at the start an hour before the race and no problem finding parking.
Reviewed by BH About 2018