Gettysburg North South Marathon
Gettysburg North South Marathon leaves the battlefield roads behind for hillier Adams County back roads and a cross-state loop into Maryland.
Gettysburg North South Marathon quick facts
- Boston-certified marathon with a two-loop course.
- Crosses the Mason-Dixon line into Maryland.
- Hillier rural route after the move away from Gettysburg National Military Park.
- Supports Warrior Canine Connection.
What is the Gettysburg North South Marathon?
This race is shaped as much by what it no longer does as by what it does now. Since it can no longer run through Gettysburg National Military Park, the marathon has become a rural back-road event with a history-town base rather than a battlefield tour.
Gettysburg North South Marathon course route
The marathon starts and finishes at the Eisenhower Conference Center, uses a two-loop layout, and crosses the Mason-Dixon line into Maryland. Expect rolling to hilly country roads, a steadier rhythm than a tourist-heavy city course, and enough climbing to keep it honest.
Weather for the Gettysburg North South Marathon
Late April in south-central Pennsylvania can offer near-perfect spring racing or a damp, gray morning with a headwind on open farm roads. Hills matter here, but wind and temperature swings can matter just as much.
Past Gettysburg North South Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, April 26, 2026 | — | — |
Gettysburg North South Marathon FAQ
When is the Gettysburg North South Marathon?
The 2026 Gettysburg North South Marathon is on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
How do I register for the Gettysburg North South Marathon?
You can register for the Gettysburg North South Marathon at raceroster.com.