Road RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier

The Bismarck Marathon

Road Running covering 10 km to 42.2 km in Bismarck (North Dakota, United States)

LocationBismarck, North Dakota, United StatesShow on map(46.7913° N, 100.8034° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

The Bismarck Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Bismarck, North Dakota, US focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Public Park, Relay.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and 10 K (10 km, +45 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (thebismarckmarathon.com).

Official website
The Bismarck Marathon in Bismarck (Work: "Runners participate in a race in a busy street during a city event with spectators cheering on the sidelines", Photo: Shixart1985, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Runners participate in a race in a busy street during a city event with spectators cheering on the sidelines" · Photo: Shixart1985 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
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Event characteristics

City RunPublic ParkRelay

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m164 m - 244 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon (Relay)Road Running42.2 km+190 m167 m - 247 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m170 m - 210 mLoop courseRoute & profile
10 KRoad Running10 km+45 m173 m - 192 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
164 m - 244 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS46.7913° N, 100.8034° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 164 m to 244 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 244 m·at 27.5 km·Ø 0.9 %
164 m191 m217 m244 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km244 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Bismarck Marathon take place?

The Bismarck Marathon takes place in Bismarck, North Dakota, US (start area at coordinates 46.7913° N, 100.8034° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at The Bismarck Marathon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and 10 K (10 km, +45 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Bismarck Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 164 m and 244 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for The Bismarck Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (thebismarckmarathon.com).