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Texas Marathon

Kingwood, TX
Friday, January 1, 2027


  5 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description
The very flat Texas Marathon course consists of four out and backs on greenway in Kingwood, Texas. The race starts at the Greentree Pool, continues to Lake Houston and returns to the Greentree Pool. The course is entirely on the shaded concrete greenway trails and are open to the public on race day.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Friday, January 1, 2027
2026: Thursday, January 1, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Very Flat
Type: Multiple Out and Backs
Surface: Road/Pavement

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


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 52°F (11°C)
Average High: 62°F (16°C)
Average Low: 42° F (5°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.52
Course Score: 99.52


Race Size

2026: 87 Finishers
2025: 152 Finishers
2024: 133 Finishers
2023: 143 Finishers
2022: 155 Finishers
2021: 181 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: 2.3%
2025: 5.3%
2024: 5.3%
2023: 7%
2022: 3.2%
2021: 6.1%


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 18 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 62°F  (17°C)
Low: 46°F  (8°C)

Race Start Conditions

50°F  (10°C)
Humidity: 77%

Overcast
N 8 mph

PR Score

98.58

Course Score

99.52









Texas Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Texas Marathon was the 302nd largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 315th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 2.3% of Texas Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 5.3% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Texas Marathon ranked 267th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 185th so far in 2026. In Texas, it ranked 5th in 2025 and 7th so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Texas Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.


The Texas Marathon has a Course Score of 99.52, ranking it as the 106th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 6th fastest marathon course in Texas.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Texas Marathon a PR Score of 99.52. The PR Score ranks the Texas Marathon as the 70th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 3rd best marathon for a PR in Texas.

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

Texas Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed106th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 6th fastest marathon course in Texas
Top 23% Nationally#6 of 26 in Texas
PR Potential70th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd best marathon for a PR in Texas
Top 16% Nationally#3 of 26 in Texas
Boston Qualifier Rate267th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 5th highest BQ percentage in Texas
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 56% Nationally#5 of 29 in Texas
Race Size302nd largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 14th largest marathon in Texas
Based on 2025 results
Top 51% Nationally#14 of 37 in Texas

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




Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 72 feet (21m)
Min Elevation: 42 feet (12m)


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Race Reviews


5.0
Based on 1 reviews
Write Your Own Review

Great scenery

Full Review:

The scenery is great. The only thing is general runner etiquette could improve.

Race Tips:

Start slow and finish fast. After 3 loops you know what you have to do to increase your pace!

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Arrive early to pick up packet and relax before the National Anthem!