Colorado Marathon
The Colorado Marathon offers a fast, scenic course through Poudre Canyon and Fort Collins.
Race Date
May 2, 2027
Location
Fort Collins, CO
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, May 2, 2027
- Location
- Fort Collins, Colorado
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Colorado Marathon in Fort Collins presents a compelling race day, set against the backdrop of Northern Colorado's natural beauty. Runners can expect a course that winds through the scenic Poudre Canyon and the picturesque natural areas of the city.
This event is renowned for its speed, with a certified course designed to be fast, attracting runners aiming for personal bests and Boston Marathon qualifying times. The net drop and start/finish separation suggest a course that aids quick times, making it a PR magnet.
Now in its 20th year, the marathon typically draws around 2,630 finishers, with participants traveling from approximately 50 states. While the repeat-runner rate is around 11%, the event's growth and its reputation for a scenic, fast course in a community-centric atmosphere make it a popular choice for running enthusiasts.
Race-provided description
The Colorado Marathon in Fort Collins is a thrilling scenic race held in the Rocky Mountains. Register for the Full, Half, 10k, or 5k today!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, May 2, 2027
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
301 Maple St., Fort Collins, CO, 80521
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Mountain, Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8220 years running
~2,630 finishers a year
growing or steady
11% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 timing sources · 7 photos
runners from 50 states
winner 1:11:12
typical high 66°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
38°
Afternoon (High)
67°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
53%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Colorado Marathon?
The Colorado Marathon is held on Sunday, May 2, 2027.
Where does the Colorado Marathon take place?
It takes place in Fort Collins, Colorado.
What distances does the Colorado Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Colorado Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Colorado Marathon is a ultra-flat, point to point course.
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