Chattanooga Marathon
Lo esencial
El Chattanooga Marathon se ha convertido en uno de los maratones de primavera más queridos del sureste durante la última década, atrayendo a runners de toda la región hacia el pintoresco sureste de Tennessee. Tradicionalmente celebrado a finales de marzo, la carrera exhibe la mezcla única de belleza ribereña, barrios históricos y escarpadas montañas de Chattanooga. Lo que comenzó como un evento comunitario se ha convertido en un fin de semana de maratón bien organizado con un expo amigable, avituallamiento animado y una multitud local que celebra a cada finisher, desde principiantes hasta clasificatorios para Boston. Los puntos destacados del recorrido de salida y vuelta incluyen millas a lo largo del Río Tennessee y el pintoresco Chattanooga Riverwalk, un cruce cerca del icónico Walnut Street Bridge, y vistas amplias hacia Lookout Mountain y las montañas circundantes. Los runners pasan por barrios del centro con espectadores energéticos, música en vivo y equipos animadores, luego experimentan tramos más tranquilos rodeados de árboles que revelan el encanto natural del área. El área de meta cerca de la ribera ofrece una atmósfera festiva post-carrera con comida, entretenimiento en vivo y un fuerte ambiente comunitario que hace que el tramo final sea especialmente gratificante. El Chattanooga Marathon está certificado por USATF y reconocido como un recorrido clasificatorio para Boston Marathon, lo que lo hace popular entre runners competitivos persiguiendo estándares así como participantes recreativos buscando un maratón de primavera de postal. En general, el evento combina logística de carrera sólida, un recorrido rápido y pintoresco, y la cálida hospitalidad sureña para una experiencia de maratón accesible y memorable.
Día de la Carrera
Pronóstico del Tiempo
Elevación
Perfil del Terreno
Recorrido relativamente plano
Participantes
Tamaño del Campo
Campo grande
Calificación de Público
Apoyo de Espectadores
Buena energía del público
2026 edition completed; 2027 date not yet announced
Jun 23, 2026The 2026 Chattanooga Marathon (March 27–29, 2026) has concluded. As of 2026-06-23, the official site (chattanoogamarathon.com) still shows the 2026 dates and has not published a 2027 race date, registration open date, or pricing. Check back later in 2026 for the next edition announcement.
10th Anniversary Edition in 2025 Marks Milestone Year
Mar 1, 2025The 2026 race will be the 11th edition of the Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. The 2025 edition celebrated the race's 10th anniversary since its inaugural year in 2016, highlighting the event's growth as a premier community marathon that has generated significant economic impact for the region.
Lucas Cotter Wins 2024 Marathon in 2:44:31
Mar 2, 2024Signal Mountain, TN resident Lucas Cotter claimed the 2024 men's marathon title with a time of 2:44:31. The race saw 261 marathon finishers with an average finish time of 4:28:48. Helen Webb of Chattanooga won the women's half marathon in 1:27:21.
Race Generates $1.3 Million Economic Impact
Mar 3, 2024The 2024 Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon Weekend contributed $1.3 million in economic impact to the local community. The event, organized by Chattanooga Sports in partnership with Erlanger Health Systems and BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, continues to strengthen the outdoor community while promoting health and wellness throughout the region.
Clasificatorio para Boston
Esta carrera es un evento certificado clasificatorio para la Maratón de Boston. Logra tu estándar de clasificación aquí en un recorrido verificado.
Walnut Street Bridge
Runners cross the historic pedestrian bridge with panoramic views of the Tennessee River and downtown Chattanooga
Tennessee Aquarium
The course runs along the riverfront past the aquarium, a prominent downtown landmark on the Chattanooga Riverwalk
Ross's Landing / Chattanooga Riverwalk
A scenic stretch along the Tennessee River where spectators gather and runners enjoy flat, riverfront miles
Coolidge Park
The race route passes this popular riverfront park with the historic carousel and open green space
Hunter Museum of American Art / Bluff View Art District
Runners pass the bluff-top museum and the surrounding art district overlooking the river
Chattanooga Choo Choo
The course goes near the iconic historic train terminal and hotel complex in the Southside neighborhood
Market Street Bridge (John Ross Bridge)
Runners traverse or pass alongside this downtown bridge offering skyline and river views
Otras distancias disponibles durante el fin de semana del evento:
Chattanooga, TN, United States
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Tarifa promedio para alojamientos de 3 estrellas cerca de la salida
Elegibilidad
- Must register and have an official race bib to participate
- Strongly recommended that participants obtain physician clearance and confirm they are medically fit to run
- All runners must start at the published start time and complete the course within the official time limit (typically 6 hours)
- Race officials may remove any participant deemed unable to continue for safety reasons
- No unauthorized pacing or unregistered participants allowed; bib transfers are prohibited
- Participants must follow all race rules, course directions, and instructions from race personnel and law enforcement
- Use of performance-enhancing drugs is prohibited and subject to disqualification
Documentos Requeridos
- Government-issued photo ID
- Signed race waiver (online or printed)
- Emergency contact information (to be provided during registration)
- Proof of age (required for age-group awards or if registering as a minor)
Métodos de Inscripción
- Online Registration
- Charity Entry
- Virtual Race
- Group/Corporate Entry
Política de Cancelación y Reembolso
No refunds under any circumstances (all registrations final)
Bib transfers and race-day name changes are not permitted
Deferral to the following year allowed for a fee if requested by the posted deadline (typically ~30 days before race)
Medical deferral available with valid documentation if requested by the posted deadline
The Chattanooga Marathon course is USATF-certified and frequently used as a Boston Marathon qualifying course.
Runners enjoy scenic stretches along the Tennessee River, the Riverwalk, and views of Lookout Mountain before finishing in downtown Chattanooga.
The race weekend includes a runner expo, a kids' run, and a post-race festival with finisher medals, technical shirts, food vendors, and a beer garden.
Aid stations with water, sports drink, and gels are located roughly every 1.5–2 miles and medical support is available along the course.
Plan to arrive early for downtown parking; race weekend usually provides shuttle options from designated lots and spectator areas near key landmarks like the Walnut Street Bridge.
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