Great Allegheny Ohiopyle Marathon

Great Allegheny Ohiopyle Marathon 2027 Course Analysis

Great Allegheny Ohiopyle Marathon is a full marathon held in Ohiopyle, United States of America, scheduled for Saturday 1 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 125m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 376m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Great Allegheny Ohiopyle Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

With 125m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 327m to 376m above sea level (49m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 11°C and 21°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.

Surface Type: Road

Great Allegheny Ohiopyle 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 Great Allegheny Ohiopyle Marathon?

Our difficulty rating for Great Allegheny Ohiopyle 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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