Hatfield & McCoy Marathon
South Williamson, United States of America · Sunday 13 June 2027
The Hatfield & McCoy Marathon, held on June 14, 2025, in eastern Kentucky, is a popular event known for its challenging course and historical significance. The race takes runners through the hills and hollows of both Kentucky and West Virginia, offering a unique opportunity for \"50 Staters\" to choose either state as their completion location. With its shotgun start at 7:00 AM, the event features a full marathon, half marathon, double half, and 5K, making it accessible to runners of all levels.
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Adjusted Time
4:10:59
Time difference: +11.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain0m
Elevation High389m
Elevation Low201m
Weather Forecast
High33°C
Low20°C
Chance of Rain2%
How hard is Hatfield & McCoy Marathon?
Difficultharder than 68% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Hatfield & McCoy Marathon plays about 14 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #366 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #200 of 576 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 Hatfield & McCoy 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 Hatfield & McCoy Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:06:09 | +06:09 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:38:31 | +08:31 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:10:59 | +10:59 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:43:34 | +13:34 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:16:15 | +16:15 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:49:02 | +19:02 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:21:54 | +21:54 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Hatfield & McCoy Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Hatfield & McCoy Marathon is a full marathon held in South Williamson, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 13 June 2027. The course is run on road surface with 0m of total climbing, with its high point near 389m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Hatfield & McCoy Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 0m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course, ranging between roughly 201m and 389m above sea level. 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 June, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 20°C and 33°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in distance running - for every degree above 15°C, finish times can slow by roughly 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a low chance of rain (2%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Hatfield & McCoy Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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