The Kenai River Marathon is a mostly flat to rolling course that starts with a run through Old Town Kenai. After leaving town, the course travels along the Unity Trail which links Kenai and Soldotna.
The route winds through the residential area of Soldotna before it connects with the Unity Trail along the Kenai Spur Highway which brings runners back to Kenai.
The Kenai River Marathon was the 546th largest marathon in the U.S. last year and was the 519th largest in 2022.
Its Course Score of 98.94 ranks it as the 207th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 2nd fastest course in Alaska.
The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. This, coupled with the Course Score, gives the Kenai River Marathon a PR Score of 98.94. This PR Score ranks it as the 153rd fastest marathon in the U.S. and the 2nd fastest in Alaska.
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Kenai River Marathon Elevation Chart
Max Elevation: 170 feet (51m) Min Elevation: 19 feet (5m)
