Course & Elevation
The Bay State Marathon follows a scenic point-to-point course from Hopkinton to Boston, running largely along the same iconic route as the Boston Marathon. Runners traverse the Merrimack River valley through charming New England towns, with minimal elevation changes and excellent crowd support throughout the race.
Course Facts
Distance 42.195 km
Elevation Gain 145 m
Surface road
Profile Flat
Weather on Race Day
13°C
Temperature
65%
Humidity
35%
Rain Chance
Early October in Massachusetts brings cool, pleasant fall weather ideal for marathon running. Expect crisp mornings with moderate temperatures and low humidity, though occasional rain is possible.
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