Boring Marathon
Boring, United States of America · Sunday 13 September 2026
The Boring Marathon is held annually in downtown Boring, Oregon, with all races starting and finishing at Boring Station Trailhead Park. The event features several race distances, including a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The courses primarily utilize the Springwater Trail, a paved multi-use path, offering an out-and-back route for all distances.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:03:16
Time difference: +3.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain191m
Elevation High168m
Elevation Low87m
Weather Forecast
High19°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain67%
How hard is Boring Marathon?
Moderateharder than 54% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Boring Marathon plays about 7 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #524 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #269 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 Boring 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 Boring Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:59:59 | −00:01 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:31:33 | +01:33 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:03:16 | +03:16 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:35:08 | +05:08 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:07:07 | +07:07 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:39:13 | +09:13 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:11:27 | +11:27 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Boring Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Boring Marathon is a full marathon held in Boring, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 13 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 191m of total climbing, with its high point near 168m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Boring Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 191m 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 September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 12°C and 19°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 (67%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
Boring 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 Boring Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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