When is the Leavenworth Marathon?

The Leavenworth Marathon takes place on October 3, 2026 in Leavenworth, WA.

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Leavenworth Marathon

Q: Is the Leavenworth Marathon a Boston qualifying race?

Yes, the Leavenworth Marathon is listed as a USATF-certified marathon in BMQR. B.A.A. downhill indexing may apply. For 2027 Boston registration and beyond, certified courses with 1,500+ ft net downhill receive a +5:00 or +10:00 adjustment, and courses with 6,000+ ft net downhill are not eligible.

Q: What is the course like at the Leavenworth Marathon?

The Leavenworth Marathon features a Downhill course in Leavenworth, WA. Keep effort controlled on the initial descent. Be ready to adjust footing and pace as the route moves from pavement to dirt and trail sections near the rivers.

Leavenworth, WA

Date

October 3, 2026

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Downhill

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Why It's BQ-Friendly

Opening descent through Icicle Canyon.

Paved roads mixed with riverfront paths and trails.

Marathon finish at Enchantment Park.

B.A.A. downhill indexing may affect this qualifier

B.A.A. downhill indexing may apply. For 2027 Boston registration and beyond, certified courses with 1,500+ ft net downhill receive a +5:00 or +10:00 adjustment, and courses with 6,000+ ft net downhill are not eligible.

1,500-2,999 ft net downhill: +5:00 is added to the submitted qualifying time.
3,000-5,999 ft net downhill: +10:00 is added to the submitted qualifying time.
6,000+ ft net downhill: performances are not eligible for Boston Marathon qualifying.

Review the 2027 B.A.A. standards and downhill rules

About This Race

Leavenworth Marathon begins in Icicle Canyon and follows East Leavenworth Road toward town. Riverfront paths and the Icicle River trail section add changes of surface before a second approach to Leavenworth and the finish at Enchantment Park.

Boston Qualifier Outlook

BMQR course profile: Downhill.

Race Strategy

Keep effort controlled on the initial descent. Be ready to adjust footing and pace as the route moves from pavement to dirt and trail sections near the rivers.

Race Day Logistics

The marathon is scheduled for October 3, 2026 and finishes at Enchantment Park. The organizer limits the full marathon to six hours; confirm start transportation and packet instructions before race day.

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