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Spokane Marathon

Spokane, WA
Sunday, October 11, 2026


  5 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description
The challenging Spokane Marathon course starts at Riverfront Park in downtown Spokane. The course runs along the Spokane River and along the Centennial Trail for much of the route. The finish is back in Riverfront Park after crossing the Spokane River for one last time.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, October 11, 2026
2025: Sunday, October 12, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Hilly
Type: Loop
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 48°F (8°C)
Average High: 59°F (15°C)
Average Low: 37° F (2°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 97.89
Course Score: 97.89

Race Size

2025: 201 Finishers
2024: 163 Finishers
2023: 183 Finishers
2022: 164 Finishers
2021: 130 Finishers
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 5%
2024: 6.1%
2023: 7.7%
2022: 7.3%
2021: 11.5%
2020: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 15 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 62°F  (17°C)
Low: 43°F  (6°C)

Race Start Conditions

46°F  (8°C)
Humidity: 83%

Clear
ESE 6 mph

PR Score

97.38

Course Score

97.85






Spokane Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Spokane Marathon was the 267th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 279th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 5% of Spokane Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 6.1% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Spokane Marathon ranked 280th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 259th in 2024. In Washington, it ranked 16th in 2025 and 19th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

The Spokane Marathon has a Course Score of 97.89, ranking it as the 352nd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 23rd fastest marathon course in Washington.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Spokane Marathon a PR Score of 97.89. The PR Score ranks the Spokane Marathon as the 299th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 22nd best marathon for a PR in Washington.

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

Spokane Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed352nd fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 23rd fastest marathon course in Washington
Top 77% Nationally#23 of 25 in Washington
PR Potential299th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 22nd best marathon for a PR in Washington
Top 65% Nationally#22 of 25 in Washington
Boston Qualifier Rate280th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 16th highest BQ percentage in Washington
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 59% Nationally#16 of 24 in Washington
Race Size267th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 14th largest marathon in Washington
Based on 2025 results
Top 45% Nationally#14 of 32 in Washington

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 1894 feet (577m)
Min Elevation: 1620 feet (493m)

Elevation Gain: 991 feet (302m)
Elevation Loss: 989 feet (301m)


Spokane

Course updated 11/07/2025




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Race Reviews


5.0
Based on 1 reviews
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Full Review:

Beautiful marathon to run. Maybe I'm biased because I lived there for close to 3 years but the one time I did it was was very cool. It is tough course especially having to run Doomsday at around mile 22 but despite that it was one my favorite marathons and I've ran over 20.

Race Tips:

Don't start off to fast remember to save yourself for the second half. Practice running hills you will need it especially going up Doomsday. Make sure to fuel properly so you don't bonk in the race.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

I got dropped off at the race but if I did have to park I would look at parking around the arena it's not that far of a walk from the start of the race. Both finish and start are at Riverfront Park.
Reviewed by JP About 2013