7 Bridges Marathon
Chattanooga, United States of America · Monday 19 October 2026
7 Bridges Marathon is Chattanooga's oldest and most loved marathon, held annually in October. The race features a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances, making it accessible to runners of all levels. The course starts at Coolidge Park and crosses the Tennessee River multiple times, passing iconic landmarks like the Tennessee Aquarium and AT&T Field.
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Adjusted Time
4:05:48
Time difference: +5.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain238m
Elevation High228m
Elevation Low195m
Weather Forecast
High21°C
Low10°C
Chance of Rain91%
How hard is 7 Bridges Marathon?
Difficultharder than 63% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, 7 Bridges Marathon plays about 8 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #429 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #219 of 575 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at 7 Bridges Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On 7 Bridges Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:01:20 | +01:20 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:33:28 | +03:28 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:05:48 | +05:48 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:38:20 | +08:20 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:11:04 | +11:04 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:43:57 | +13:57 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:17:01 | +17:01 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
7 Bridges Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
7 Bridges Marathon is a full marathon held in Chattanooga, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 19 October 2026. The course is run on road surface with 238m of total climbing, with its high point near 228m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official 7 Bridges Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 238m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 10°C and 21°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a high chance of rain (91%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
7 Bridges Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare 7 Bridges Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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