Towpath Marathon
Cleveland, United States of America · Saturday 3 October 2026
The Towpath Marathon is held annually in early October in Cleveland, Ohio, with a start and finish location on West Street near Canal Basin Park in the city's The Flats neighborhood. The race offers three formats: a full marathon, a half marathon, and a 10K, all beginning at the same central location at 989 West Street and following the historic Towpath Trail.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:09:52
Time difference: +9.9 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain181m
Elevation High206m
Elevation Low176m
Weather Forecast
High29°C
Low14°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Towpath Marathon?
Difficultharder than 69% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Towpath Marathon plays about 12 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #355 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #182 of 575 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 Towpath 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 Towpath Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:04:19 | +04:19 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:36:59 | +06:59 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:09:52 | +09:52 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:42:58 | +12:58 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:16:15 | +16:15 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:49:44 | +19:44 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:23:23 | +23:23 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Towpath Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Towpath Marathon is a full marathon held in Cleveland, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 3 October 2026. The course is run on road surface with 181m of total climbing, with its high point near 206m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Towpath Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 181m 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 October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 14°C and 29°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 (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Towpath 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Towpath Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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