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Greenbrier River Trail Marathon

Greenbrier River Trail Marathon

Lewisburg, United States of America · Sunday 4 October 2026

Official WebsiteTrailFull Marathon

The 26.2-mile course follows the Greenbrier River Trail in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, starting in Cass Scenic Railroad State Park and finishing at Stillwell Park in Marlinton. Most of the marathon consists of a former railway bed with a persistent 1% downhill slope, providing a flat to gently descending terrain that invites consistent pacing but demands steady concentration over long stretches.

Difficulty Calculator

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Adjusted Time

4:32:13

Very Difficult

Time difference: +32.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.

Course Details

Elevation Gain8m
Elevation High757m
Elevation Low648m

Weather Forecast

High26°C
Low9°C
Chance of Rain0%

How hard is Greenbrier River Trail Marathon?

Very Difficultharder than 87% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest

On our difficulty model, Greenbrier River Trail Marathon plays about 35 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #149 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #85 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 Greenbrier River Trail 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 timeOn Greenbrier River Trail MarathonDifference
3:00:003:27:19+27:19
3:30:003:59:58+29:58
4:00:004:32:13+32:13
4:30:005:04:10+34:10
5:00:005:35:52+35:52
5:30:006:07:22+37:22
6:00:006:38:41+38:41

Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.

Greenbrier River Trail Marathon 2026 Course Analysis

Greenbrier River Trail Marathon is a full marathon held in Lewisburg, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 4 October 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 8m of total climbing, with its high point near 757m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Greenbrier River Trail Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

This is a very flat course, with only 8m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 9°C and 26°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 (0%), so dry conditions are likely.

Surface Type: Trail

Greenbrier River Trail 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 Greenbrier River Trail Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.

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