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Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon

Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon

Austin, United States of America · Sunday 11 July 2027

Official WebsiteTrailFull Marathon

The Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon takes place at Pace Bend Park near Lake Travis in Spicewood, Texas. The marathon uses a loop format, with each loop measuring approximately 1.55 to 1.64 miles on a paved, figure-8 course featuring minimal elevation change about 33 feet per loop providing fast and predictable running conditions. The full marathon consists of 16 loops, totaling 26.35 miles.

Difficulty Calculator

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Adjusted Time

5:12:52

Very Difficult

Time difference: +72.9 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.

Course Details

Elevation Gain422m
Elevation High237m
Elevation Low208m

Weather Forecast

High30°C
Low25°C
Chance of Rain25%

How hard is Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon?

Very Difficultharder than 97% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest

On our difficulty model, Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon plays about 67 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #33 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #8 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 Austin Solstice Circuit 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 timeOn Austin Solstice Circuit MarathonDifference
3:00:003:51:16+51:16
3:30:004:31:53+1:01:53
4:00:005:12:52+1:12:52
4:30:005:54:16+1:24:16
5:00:006:36:06+1:36:06
5:30:007:18:21+1:48:21
6:00:008:01:02+2:01:02

Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.

Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon 2027 Course Analysis

Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon is a full marathon held in Austin, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 11 July 2027. The course is run on trail surface with 422m of total climbing, with its high point near 237m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

This is a hilly course with 422m of total climbing, rising to around 237m above sea level. It pays to train on hills and to pace the climbs conservatively.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for July, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 25°C and 30°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in distance running - for every degree above 15°C, finish times can slow by roughly 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a moderate chance of rain (25%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.

Surface Type: Trail

Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are usually slower than the road equivalent - often by 10-20% - because of uneven footing, technical sections, and frequently steeper gradients, though a smooth, non-technical or downhill trail can run faster than that suggests. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended.

Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.

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