United States of America · Sunday 24 May 2026
The marathon covers approximately 26.3 miles, with a total elevation gain of about 1,215 feet and a maximum elevation near 2,298 feet above sea level. The course features a series of rolling hills, offering sustained challenges, but does not contain extreme climbs, making it accessible to a range of runners. The most significant ascent occurs early in the route as the course heads onto the Prairie Trail, with the high point near mile 8 before a long descent back towards the finish.\n\nScenery on
Adjusted Time
4:00:54
Time difference: +0.9 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Coeur d Alene Marathon is a full marathon held in United States of America, scheduled for Sunday 24 May 2026. The course is run on road surface with 240m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 694m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Coeur d Alene Marathon website.
With 240m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 649m to 694m above sea level (45m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 12°C to 18°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a high chance of rain (83%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Coeur d Alene 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.
Our difficulty rating for Coeur d Alene 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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