
Reno, United States of America · Saturday 16 May 2026
The Revel Reno Tahoe Marathon in May 2026 is a point-to-point race that descends from higher elevation toward Reno, making it a net-downhill affair despite the high altitude start around 2717m. The course itself is genuinely flat to gently rolling, which combined with the elevation loss should produce fast times, though you'll need to account for the thin air at that starting altitude. This is a late spring race in northern Nevada, so conditions are typically pleasant but weather can be unpredictable at elevation. Because it's a downhill marathon with a straightforward profile and minimal climbing, it suits runners chasing PRs who have trained properly for altitude and don't mind a point-to-point logistics setup.
Adjusted Time
4:02:26
Time difference: +2.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Revel Reno Tahoe Marathon is a full marathon held in Reno, United States of America, scheduled for Saturday 16 May 2026. The course is run on road surface with 100m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 2717m above sea level.
With 100m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 1357m to 2717m above sea level (1360m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 13°C and 25°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 (1%), so dry conditions are likely.
Revel Reno Tahoe 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 Revel Reno Tahoe 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.
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