The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell
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32–63°F · Feels cold
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft
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Quiet course sections
The Lowdown
The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell is held at Fort Irwin, California, on Friday, December 11, 2026. The marathon starts at 5:30 am, ahead of the half marathon at 7:30 am, the 5K at 9:00 am and the Kiddie 1K at 9:30 am. The Norwegian Foot March runs the same morning. The event descends from the Cavalry Marathon that Col. Robert J. Sunell founded in Fulda, Germany, in 1977, and the Blackhorse Association has sponsored it since 2024. A post-race BBQ follows the events, and the organizers want to grow the race into a Boston Marathon qualifier.
Questions about the The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell 2026
When is the The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell 2026?
Friday, December 11, 2026.
Where is the The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell?
Fort Irwin, California, United States.
What time does the The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell start?
The race starts at 5:30 AM, local time.
How do I enter the The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell 2026?
Registration is open. Ways in: Online registration through RunSignup.
How much does the The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell 2026 cost?
Marathon: $35.
What is the The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell elevation gain?
300 ft (91 m) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 ft (0 m). Relatively flat course.
What is the weather like at the The Blackhorse Marathon in Honor of MG(R) Sunell?
Race-day temperatures are usually 0–17 °C (32–63 °F). Feels cold.
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