Steamboat Marathon

Steamboat Marathon 2027 Course Analysis

Steamboat Marathon is a full marathon held in Steamboat Springs, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 7 June 2027. The course is run on trail surface with 224m of total climbing and around 653m of descent (a net drop of roughly 429m), with its high point near 2489m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Steamboat Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

This is a net-downhill course: it descends roughly 429m more than it climbs (224m of ascent against about 653m of descent), dropping from a high point near 2489m toward 2031m above sea level. Point-to-point downhill courses like this are among the fastest available for a personal best or a Boston qualifier - just be aware that sustained descending fatigues the quads late in the race, so ease off early and do some downhill running in training.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for June, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 15°C and 28°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 (3%), so dry conditions are likely.

Surface Type: Trail

Steamboat 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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