God's Country Marathon 2026

🏃‍♂️ Welcome to God's Country Marathon

Welcome to the God's Country Marathon, Half Marathon and Team Relay held in beautiful Potter County, Pennsylvania!

🏆 A Unique Marathon Experience

• Recognition: The God's Country Marathon has been named one of the "10 toughest marathons" and one of the "best small marathons" in the United States by Runner's World Magazine.
• Atmosphere: No crowds, beautiful scenery, top-notch service and a hometown feeling make the God's Country Marathon one of the most unique road racing experiences in the country!

🌲 Course Details

• Scenic Route: The point-to-point course runs west on scenic U.S. Route 6 from the small community of Galeton (elevation 1,300 ft.) through the heart of the Susquehannock State Forest, to the town of Coudersport (elevation 1,400 ft.).
• Challenge: Mile 14 marks the beginning of a three-mile climb up infamous Denton Hill, which traverses the eastern continental divide topping out at an elevation of 2,424 ft.
• Finish Line: From there, it is all downhill into historic downtown Coudersport.

🎉 Event Schedule

• Full Marathon: 7am at Galeton High School
• Half Marathon: 8am at Denton Hill State Park

📅 Additional Information

• Social Media: Check out our Facebook for updates. www.facebook.com/godscountrymarathon
• Website: For more information, visit https://rungcm.com
• Registration: Sign up for the race at this link.