Tidewater Strider Marathon - Spring Edition
Tidewater Strider Marathon - Spring Edition uses the flat Dismal Swamp Canal Trail for a closed-road Virginia race and certified Boston qualifier.
Quick facts
- Flat Dismal Swamp Canal Trail course
- Boston qualifier on a certified flat route
- Closed-road spring race
- 2026 Spring Edition marathon results
About the Tidewater Strider Marathon - Spring Edition
The Tidewater Striders stage this April marathon as a separate event from their fall Dismal Swamp weekend. The Spring Edition label prevents the two race identities and result sets from being merged.
Course
Marathoners follow the paved canal corridor on an exceptionally flat, closed-road layout. Few elevation changes support steady pacing, while the long straight trail demands focus and can expose runners to wind.
Race-day weather
Late April in Chesapeake may be cool and damp early before turning warm and humid. Shade varies along the canal, and calm-looking conditions can still produce a persistent headwind.
Past Tidewater Strider Marathon - Spring Edition dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, April 26, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
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Tidewater Strider Marathon - Spring Edition FAQ
When is the Tidewater Strider Marathon - Spring Edition?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Tidewater Strider Marathon - Spring Edition. The most recent running was on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Is Tidewater Strider Marathon - Spring Edition a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Tidewater Strider Marathon - Spring Edition 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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