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
📈 Elevation Profile
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Interactive elevation chart coming soon
145m total gain • Flat profile
🗺️ Course Map
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Interactive course map coming soon
Lowell, United States • 42.195km road
🌤️ Weather on Race Day
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13°C
Temperature
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65%
Humidity
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35%
Rain Chance
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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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