Road Running

Walter Childs Marathon

Road Running covering 42.2 km in Holyoke (Massachusetts, United States)

LocationHolyoke, Massachusetts, United StatesShow on map(42.2043° N, 72.6162° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Walter Childs Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Holyoke, Massachusetts, US focused on Road Running. Key features include Culture & History, Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road, City Run.

The competition program features Marathon (42.2 km, +190 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 (harriers.org).

Official website
Walter Childs Marathon in Holyoke (Work: "Runners in a race, Vieux-Limoilou", Photo: Wilfredor, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Runners in a race, Vieux-Limoilou" · Photo: Wilfredor · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

Culture & HistoryLakes & PondsNature & Off-RoadCity Run

Races & distances (1)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m147 m - 227 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Marathon42.2 km
Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
147 m - 227 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS42.2043° N, 72.6162° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 147 m to 227 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 227 m·at 19.2 km·Ø 0.9 %
147 m174 m200 m227 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km227 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Walter Childs Marathon take place?

Walter Childs Marathon takes place in Holyoke, Massachusetts, US (start area at coordinates 42.2043° N, 72.6162° 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 Walter Childs Marathon?

The competition program features Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Walter Childs 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 147 m and 227 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 Walter Childs Marathon?

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