Dark Horse Marathon
Where the 2027 race is now
- Registration openRegister for 2027
- Race daySaturday, August 14, 2027
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- Aug 14, 2027 Saturday
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Open Open entry
- Boston qualifier
- Unconfirmed
- Live tracking
- Not yet Shown here race week
Quick facts
- Four laps of a 6.5-mile loop at the Tryon Equestrian Center
- About 600 feet of climbing per lap
- Single aid station at the start/finish, cupless
- Six-hour limit, last lap must start by five hours
- Part of the Upstate Race Series
Course
One lap is 6.5 miles of packed dirt, singletrack and open meadow with about 600 feet of climbing, so the marathon is four laps. The only aid station is at the start and finish, which runners pass each lap, and the event is cupless.
Marathoners have six hours and must start the final lap before the five-hour mark.
About the Dark Horse Marathon
The Dark Horse Trail Series is part of the Upstate Race Series and takes over a working horse park in the foothills near Mill Spring. Runners choose a 10K, half or full marathon, all on the same loop.
Entry includes free race photos and park access, and every finisher gets a medal. The first 100 to sign up receive race socks.
Past Dark Horse Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, August 14, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Date TBD | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Results available | Open results |
Dark Horse Marathon FAQ
When is the Dark Horse Marathon?
The 2027 Dark Horse Marathon is on Saturday, August 14, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 Dark Horse Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Dark Horse Marathon is open (checked November 9, 2026). View the official registration details at runsignup.com.
How do I track a runner in the Dark Horse Marathon?
Most races publish tracking in race week. Marathon Scout links the official tracker on this page during race week, once the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the Dark Horse Marathon results?
The 2026 results and earlier years are linked on the Dark Horse Marathon results page.
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