Date
August 23, 2026
Field Size
Small (<500)
PR Score
2.9 / 100
BQ Rate
2.9%
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Course features multiple significant hills, with several steep inclines and declines throughout the 26.2 miles.
Only 103 finishers in 2026, creating an intimate race atmosphere with minimal crowd distraction.
The race starts in the late afternoon, leading into the evening, which can impact pacing and strategy as darkness falls.
Limited aid stations, with water and nutrition points spaced out, requiring careful planning for hydration and fuel.
In a small town surrounded by the Appalachian hills, the Moonlight on the Falls Marathon tests your grit with its challenging terrain. With a PR Score of 2.9, you'll face an uphill battle, especially if you're eyeing a Boston Qualifier. Only 2.9% of finishers have managed to qualify, which underlines the difficulty of this course. Expect a mix of stunning vistas and demanding climbs, making it a unique addition to your race calendar.
Moonlight on the Falls Marathon is an Emerging BQ venue — a legitimate qualifier for committed runners, though BQ rates are still building as the race grows. Historically, around 2.9% of finishers have posted Boston-qualifying times here. The hilly course profile separates this race from the fast-course tier, requiring a disciplined strategy to run a BQ-quality time.
Focus on conserving energy during the initial hills and avoid pushing too hard early on. Use the descents to regain some speed, but be mindful of your pacing as night falls and visibility decreases.
Detailed elevation profile data is being prepared for this race. Check back soon for interactive course analysis.
Historical average based on 3-year data for this race date
Temp
74.7°F / 53.9°F
Conditions
Rainy
Precipitation
0.12 in
Wind
9.0 mph
Historical averages · Source: Open-Meteo · Actual conditions will vary
Typical conditions: Warm to hot (65–80°F), humidity varies. Summer racing demands careful heat management and aggressive early hydration; build a conservative first-half plan and let your fitness carry you home.
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