Raquette River Marathon
Raquette River Marathon is a small Potsdam road marathon with rolling river miles, a USATF-certified course, and clear Boston-qualifier status.
Quick facts
- USATF-certified road marathon and Boston qualifier
- Rolling course along River Road near the Raquette River
- Start and finish at Potsdam Arena
- Aid roughly every 1.5 miles
About the Raquette River Marathon
Raquette River Marathon is a small-field North Country road race that keeps the focus on the run instead of the expo. The start and finish stay at Potsdam Arena, the course is certified, and the event suits runners who want a Boston-qualifier chance without big-race logistics.
Course
The marathon follows River Road alongside the Raquette River with rolling terrain instead of pancake-flat miles. All distances start together, aid is spaced about every 1.5 miles, and the course is USATF certified for runners who care about valid qualifier times.
Race-day weather
Early April in Potsdam can still feel like late winter, with cold air, stiff wind, and the chance of a very chilly start line. The upside is that overheating is rarely the issue here; staying warm before the gun is the bigger concern.
Past Raquette River Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, October 9, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, April 4, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, April 5, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, March 30, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Raquette River Marathon FAQ
When is the Raquette River Marathon?
The 2027 Raquette River Marathon is on Saturday, October 9, 2027.
Is Raquette River Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Raquette River 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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