Long View Marathon
Long View Marathon links Fort Collins and Loveland on paved regional trails, with a nearly balanced profile and broad Front Range mountain views.
Quick facts
- Point-to-point route from Fort Collins to Loveland.
- Paved regional trails with roughly balanced gain and loss.
- Nine fluid stations along the marathon course.
- Certified road marathon and Boston Qualifier.
About the Long View Marathon
This point-to-point northern Colorado race connects two neighboring cities through their regional trail network. A small field, straightforward shuttle plan, and finish in Loveland define the experience.
Course
The certified route starts in Fort Collins and finishes in Loveland, gaining about 625 feet and losing about 631. Paved trails dominate, with nine fluid stations and long sections suited to controlled pacing.
Race-day weather
October can begin near freezing and warm rapidly in the high-altitude sun. Wind across open trail corridors can turn the nominally balanced profile into a tactical race.
Past Long View Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 10, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
Long View Marathon FAQ
When is the Long View Marathon?
The 2026 Long View Marathon is on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Is Long View Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Long View Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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