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Pocatello Marathon

September 4, 2027 · 6:15 AMPocatello, ID, United States

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Race Day

59°F

Feels mild

Total elevation gain

394ft

Relatively flat course · Net elevation change −131 ft

Crowd Rating

2/ 10

Quiet course sections

The Lowdown

The Pocatello Marathon is a point-to-point road marathon in Pocatello, Idaho, run on Saturday, September 4, 2027, with a 6:15 AM start. Buses take runners to the start at Buckskin Road and Hilltop Road, and the route heads east, passes through Inkom and finishes at Ross Park. Runners must keep a pace under 14:53 per mile, and the course closes at 12:45 PM. The course is USATF certified, and the organizers say times on it can be used to qualify for the Boston and New York marathons. Entry is $60 through February 14, 2027, then rises in steps to $100 on July 5.

Previous edition results — 2026

Course Highlights: 01Buckskin Road and Hilltop Road – marathon start, reached by bus from Pocatello
02Rapid Creek Road – an out-and-back section of about 0.8 mile early in the course
03Inkom – the route passes through this town on its way back toward Pocatello
04Ross Park – the finish line is at the south end of the park
Also on this race weekend: Half marathon · 10K · 5K
Time Limit: Course closes 12:45 PM (6 h 30 min); pace under 14:53/mile
Boston Qualifier: This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event. Achieve your qualifying standard here on a verified course.

Entry Methods: Online registration through RunSignup, open until August 28, 2027
Cancellation & Refund Policy: Entry fees are non-refundable
A partial refund starts at 50% through August 1 and falls to 15% for August 19 to 28
A rollover to the 2028 race costs $25 through August 1, $30 for August 2 to 16 and $35 for August 17 to 28
Runners who skip the race can keep their race bag and shirt, or have them mailed for $15

01: The event is also billed as Running the Gap
02: Marathon course records are 2:26:10 for men (2012) and 2:56:00 for women (2016)
03: The 2026 marathon had 15 aid stations between mile 3.3 and mile 25.3, each with water, Gatorade and a porta-potty
04: In 2026 all runners rode buses to the start lines, and personal vehicles were not allowed there
05: Chip timing is used for the marathon, and early starts are not allowed
06: Marathon runners receive a long-sleeved microfiber shirt and a finisher medal
07: Registration for the 2027 race opened September 12, 2026

Questions about the Pocatello Marathon 2027

When is the Pocatello Marathon 2027?

Saturday, September 4, 2027.

Where is the Pocatello Marathon?

Pocatello, ID, United States.

What time does the Pocatello Marathon start?

The race starts at 6:15 AM, local time.

What is the Pocatello Marathon time limit?

Course closes 12:45 PM (6 h 30 min); pace under 14:53/mile.

How do I enter the Pocatello Marathon 2027?

Registration is open. Feb 15, 2027: Price Increase. Apr 2, 2027: Price Increase. Jul 5, 2027: Price Increase. Ways in: Online registration through RunSignup, open until August 28, 2027.

How much does the Pocatello Marathon 2027 cost?

Marathon: $60.

What is the Pocatello Marathon elevation gain?

120 m (394 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: −40 m (131 ft). Relatively flat course.

What is the Pocatello Marathon course like?

It passes Buckskin Road and Hilltop Road, Rapid Creek Road and Inkom.

What is the weather like at the Pocatello Marathon?

The race-day average is 15 °C (59 °F). Feels mild.

Where are the Pocatello Marathon results?

The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results

Is the Pocatello Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.

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