Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos
A net-downhill point-to-point on the D&L Trail, dropping 680 feet from Lehigh Gorge to Lehighton on a certified course built for qualifying times.
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Quick facts
- About 680 feet of net drop at a consistent one percent grade.
- USATF-certified marathon course, certification PA24004DNB.
- Hard-packed rail-trail surface along the Lehigh River, not pavement.
- Point-to-point run from Lehigh Gorge State Park through Jim Thorpe to Lehighton.
2026 Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos registration
Registration for the 2026 Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos
The Poconos edition of the Wicked Fast series applies a simple formula: put runners on a hard-packed rail trail beside the Lehigh River and let a steady one percent grade do quiet work for 26 miles. The USATF-certified course is pitched squarely at Boston qualifiers and PR attempts rather than crowds or spectacle.
Course
From above Rockport in Lehigh Gorge State Park, the route follows the D&L Trail downstream past cliffs, forest, and old railroad landmarks, through Jim Thorpe, to a finish in Lehighton. The surface is firm crushed gravel rather than pavement, so footing deserves a thought even though road flats still work.
Race-day weather
Mid-September in the Poconos usually starts in the 50s and stays comfortable in the shaded gorge. Humidity can linger from summer, and the tree cover that cuts sun can also trap still air on warm days.
Past Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, September 13, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos FAQ
When is the Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos?
The 2026 Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos is on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
How do I register for the Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos?
Register for the Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/wicked-fast-marathon-poconos/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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