Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022
Boulder City, United States of America · Thursday 10 December 2026
The Hoover Dam Marathon and its shorter distance options offer stunning views of Lake Mead and the iconic dam itself while traversing a mix of paved paths and trail sections around Boulder City. With 431m of elevation gain and 435m of descent, this is a moderately rolling course that's manageable but won't feel flat. The route's main draw is its proximity to one of America's most recognizable landmarks and the scenic desert landscape, though runners should be prepared for exposure to sun and limited shade on much of the course.
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Adjusted Time
4:52:12
Time difference: +52.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain431m
Elevation High499m
Elevation Low380m
How hard is Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022?
Very Difficultharder than 95% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022 plays about 50 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #62 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #20 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 Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022?
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 Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:37:47 | +37:47 |
| 3:30:00 | 4:14:56 | +44:56 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:52:12 | +52:12 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:29:38 | +59:38 |
| 5:00:00 | 6:07:17 | +1:07:17 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:45:08 | +1:15:08 |
| 6:00:00 | 7:23:13 | +1:23:13 |
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Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022 2026 Course Analysis
Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022 is a full marathon held in Boulder City, United States of America. It is scheduled for Thursday 10 December 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 431m of total climbing, with its high point near 499m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022 website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 431m of total climbing, rising to around 499m above sea level. It pays to train on hills and to pace the climbs conservatively.
Surface Type: Trail
Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022 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 Hoover Dam Marathon, 1/2, 10K, 5K 2022 against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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