Chasing Jefferson Davis Marathon
Abbeville, United States of America · Sunday 5 July 2026
RoadFull Marathon
Held in Abbeville, South Carolina, this July marathon takes runners through a region steeped in American Civil War history. The setting is deeply rooted in the South's past, with the town serving as a significant historical landmark. Runners will experience the character of a small Southern community during the height of summer, where the heat and humidity are defining factors of the race experience. The landscape around Abbeville reflects the area's agricultural heritage and antebellum character. The course itself is refreshingly straightforward: flat to gently rolling terrain that won't punish your legs with relentless climbing. Elevation ranges only from 65 to 123 meters above sea level, meaning you're working with subtle undulations rather than genuine hills. The road surface keeps things consistent throughout the 42.2 kilometers, so you can focus on pacing rather than worrying about treacherous footing. What will demand your attention instead is the July heat and humidity of South Carolina in midsummer. Runners should expect this to be a grind against the elements rather than the terrain, making smart fueling, hydration, and heat management essential parts of your race strategy. The relatively flat profile offers no excuses to back off effort-wise, but it also means you can settle into a rhythm once you've adapted to the summer conditions.
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Adjusted Time
3:52:33
Time difference: -7.5 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain0m
Elevation High123m
Elevation Low65m
Chasing Jefferson Davis Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Chasing Jefferson Davis Marathon is a full marathon held in Abbeville, United States of America, scheduled for Sunday 5 July 2026. The course is run on road surface with 0m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 123m above sea level.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course with only 0m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 65m to 123m above sea level — a 58m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Surface Type: Road
Chasing Jefferson Davis Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
How Difficult Is Chasing Jefferson Davis Marathon?
Our difficulty rating for Chasing Jefferson Davis Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
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