Little Rock Marathon
Little Rock, United States of America · Sunday 7 March 2027
The Little Rock Marathon is an annual race in Little Rock, Arkansas, established in 2003 as a fundraiser for the city's Parks and Recreation department. Traditionally held on the first Sunday of March, it has grown from just over 2,500 registrants in its first year to attracting more than 10,000 participants by the early 2010s. The marathon route starts in downtown Little Rock, traversing through notable neighborhoods and landmarks.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:32:13
Time difference: +32.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain101m
Elevation High145m
Elevation Low76m
Weather Forecast
High17°C
Low7°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Little Rock Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 86% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Little Rock Marathon plays about 35 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #157 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #90 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 Little Rock 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 Little Rock Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:26:48 | +26:48 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:59:41 | +29:41 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:32:13 | +32:13 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:04:28 | +34:28 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:36:32 | +36:32 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:08:25 | +38:25 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:40:09 | +40:09 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Little Rock Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Little Rock Marathon is a full marathon held in Little Rock, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 7 March 2027. The course is run on trail surface with 101m of total climbing, with its high point near 145m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Little Rock Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 101m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. 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 March, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 7°C to 17°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Trail
Little Rock 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.
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