The God’s Country Marathon, Half Marathon and Team Relay will be held in beautiful Potter County, Pennsylvania! This event has been named one of the “10 toughest marathons” and one of the “best small marathons” in the United States by Runner’s World Magazine. No crowds, beautiful scenery, top-notch service and …
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The God’s Country Marathon, Half Marathon and Team Relay will be held in beautiful Potter County, Pennsylvania! This event has been named one of the “10 toughest marathons” and one of the “best small marathons” in the United States by Runner’s World Magazine. No crowds, beautiful scenery, top-notch service and a hometown feeling make the God’s Country Marathon one of the most unique road racing experiences in the country!
The point-to-point course runs west on scenic U.S. Route 6 from the small community of Galeton (elevation 1,300 ft.) through the heart of the Susquehannock State Forest, to the town of Coudersport (elevation 1,400 ft.). Mile 14 marks the beginning of a three-mile climb up infamous Denton Hill, which traverses the eastern continental divide topping out at an elevation of 2,424 ft. From there, it is all downhill into historic downtown Coudersport. For nearly 50 years, this little marathon has been attracting challenge-seeking runners from across the nation.
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It really is God’s country!
I ran the half, so the first 5 miles was up hill then it drops off very fast. There are plenty of aid stations so don’t panic if it’s hot … MORE
I ran the half, so the first 5 miles was up hill then it drops off very fast. There are plenty of aid stations so don’t panic if it’s hot out. Luckily it was a cool morning for me and my body didn’t heat up too bad. The award ceremony is awesome and there’s plenty of food and drinks to refuel. Remember to park your car at the finish line and take the shuttle to the start line (I had to get a ride from this nice old man because I didn’t take the shuttle).