Road RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier

YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km in Boise (Idaho, United States)

LocationBoise, Idaho, United StatesShow on map(43.6135° N, 116.2035° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Boise, Idaho, US focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier. Key features include Charity Run, City Run, Lakes & Ponds.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and 5 km (5 km, +22 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 (ymcatvidaho.org).

Official website
YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon in Boise (Work: "Alpine Ridge Trail Top Rocky Mountain NP 2024", Photo: Larry D. Moore, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Alpine Ridge Trail Top Rocky Mountain NP 2024" · Photo: Larry D. Moore · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

Charity RunCity RunLakes & Ponds

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m217 m - 297 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half marathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m220 m - 260 mLoop courseRoute & profile
10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m223 m - 242 mLoop courseRoute & profile
5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m226 m - 235 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
217 m - 297 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS43.6135° N, 116.2035° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 217 m to 297 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 297 m·at 30.8 km·Ø 0.9 %
217 m244 m270 m297 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km297 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon take place?

YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon takes place in Boise, Idaho, US (start area at coordinates 43.6135° N, 116.2035° 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 YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for YMCA Famous Idaho Potato 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 217 m and 297 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 YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon?

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