Colorado Springs Marathon
Colorado Springs, United States of America · Saturday 3 October 2026
The marathon referred to as the Colorado Springs Marathon is most commonly associated with the long-standing tradition of mountain running in the region, distinctively exemplified by an event that begins near Colorado Springs and traverses the rugged landscape surrounding Pikes Peak.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:46:55
Time difference: +46.9 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain245m
Elevation High1964m
Elevation Low1815m
Weather Forecast
High25°C
Low13°C
Chance of Rain18%
How hard is Colorado Springs Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 94% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Colorado Springs Marathon plays about 46 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #74 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #27 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 Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:35:29 | +35:29 |
| 3:30:00 | 4:11:14 | +41:14 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:46:55 | +46:55 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:22:35 | +52:35 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:58:18 | +58:18 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:34:04 | +1:04:04 |
| 6:00:00 | 7:09:55 | +1:09:55 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Colorado Springs Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Colorado Springs Marathon is a full marathon held in Colorado Springs, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 3 October 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 245m of total climbing, with its high point near 1964m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Colorado Springs Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 245m 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 13°C and 25°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 low chance of rain (18%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Trail
Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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