The Haunted Forest Marathon
The Haunted Forest Marathon turns an extremely flat Ohio towpath into a themed fall BQ, with only modest elevation change across 26.2 miles.
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Quick facts
- Extremely flat Ohio towpath course
- Boston qualifying marathon
- Halloween-season race theme
- Participation capped at 500 runners
About the The Haunted Forest Marathon
Canal Fulton hosts this Halloween-season race on the towpath, pairing playful theming with a serious qualifier setup. A capped field keeps the event smaller than most urban fall marathons.
Course
The measured towpath route changes only about 57 feet in elevation. Its straight, level character favors rhythm, while the path surface, narrow sections and turnaround traffic still require attention.
Race-day weather
Late October in northeast Ohio can be crisp and dry or cold, wet and windy. Fallen leaves and rain may affect towpath footing even when the elevation profile looks ideal.
Past The Haunted Forest Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, October 25, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
The Haunted Forest Marathon FAQ
When is the The Haunted Forest Marathon?
The 2026 The Haunted Forest Marathon is on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
How do I register for the The Haunted Forest Marathon?
You can register for the The Haunted Forest Marathon at runsignup.com.
Can I use the The Haunted Forest Marathon for Boston qualifying?
Marathon Scout marks the The Haunted Forest Marathon as a Boston qualifier. Check the current Boston qualifying times and confirm current certification with the race before registering.
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