
South Hero, United States of America · Sunday 19 October 2025
Green Mountain Marathon, held in October in South Hero, Vermont, is a scenic event that takes place on the west shore of South Hero and Grand Isle. The course is certified by USA Track and Field and features a flat to rolling terrain, with about half of the route being on hard-packed dirt roads. The race starts and finishes near the house where Clarence H. DeMar, a seven-time Boston Marathon winner, once lived.\n\nThe event is organized by runners for runners, aiming to provide a quality maratho
Adjusted Time
4:06:10
Time difference: +6.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Green Mountain Marathon is a full marathon held in South Hero, United States of America, scheduled for Sunday 19 October 2025. The course is run on road surface with 340m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 64m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Green Mountain Marathon website.
This is a hilly course with 340m of total elevation gain. The route climbs from 29m to as high as 64m above sea level — a substantial 35m elevation range. Runners should train on hills and plan for a more conservative pacing strategy, especially on the climbs.
Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 12°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 (2%), so dry conditions are likely.
Green Mountain 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 Green Mountain 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Green Mountain Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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