With the typically cooler and less humid race day weather in this November edition of the Potomac River Run, it should be one of the best opportunities for PRs and BQs in the fall.
The Potomac River Run Marathon course is a narrow (12-foot) wide unpaved trail, entirely flat, past 150-year-old locks and gatehouses. The course is very flat course with the highest point is 116 feet and the lowest point is 35 feet.
How does the Potomac River Run Marathon (October) Rank?
The Potomac River Run Marathon (October) was the 370th largest marathon in the U.S. last year and was the 284th largest in 2022.
This year 6.5% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon and 10% of runners qualified for Boston in 2023.
This gives the Potomac River Run Marathon (October) the 183rd highest percentage of Boston Marathon qualifiers in the U.S. last year and the 227th highest percentage so far in 2024.
Its Course Score of 99.53 ranks it as the 93rd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 4th fastest course in Washington D.C..
The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. This, coupled with the Course Score, gives the Potomac River Run Marathon (October) a PR Score of 97.41. This PR Score ranks it as the 307th fastest marathon in the U.S. and the 4th fastest in Washington D.C..
Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.
Potomac River Run Marathon (October) Elevation Chart
Max Elevation: 116 feet (35m) Min Elevation: 35 feet (10m)
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Recent Potomac River Run Marathon (October) Reviews
IW (BQ'd)'s review of 2014 Potomac River Run Marathon (October).
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5 Stars
Review
Low key small number of runners. Excellent aid stations with paper cups and knowledgeable crews. Great race for a BQ time. You need to be self-motivated, or have a supporter that doesn't mind driving to access points to support you. I rolled up 10 mins before the start and Park bathroom was heated with a very short line. No chip timing and very beautiful trail on crushed gravel that can be pebbly in places so wear comfortable shoes!
Race Tips
Race was two loops and the second half is uphill so pace accordingly. really helps to have a supporter to drive you to the start. Very picturesque and quiet but open to other users, cyclists, joggers and walkers, who were not a problem, just remember its not your trail!
4 Stars from 2 Reviews
