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Steamtown
Steamtown Marathon
Steamtown Marathon 2026 10/11/2026 Forest City High School, Forest City, PA to Courthouse Square, Downtown Scranton, PA Start: 100…
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The race
Steamtown Marathon 2026 10/11/2026 Forest City High School, Forest City, PA to Courthouse Square, Downtown Scranton, PA Start: 100 Susquehanna Street, Forest City, PA. Finish: 209 North Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18503 This is a USATF certified marathon that is an official qualifying race for The Boston Marathon. The race features a 955’ drop in elevation from start to finish and includes several miles on mostly paved Rails to Trails along the Lackawanna River.
Location
Scranton, PA, United States
North America · typically 9°C (49°F) on race day
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Pro tips
Racing it
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Respect the Drop
The course drops 955 feet from Forest City to Scranton. Don't hammer the early downhill; save your quads for the later miles.
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Cold Morning Start
Start time is 07:59 with typical race day temp 9.3°C. Wear layers you can shed as you warm up.
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Point-to-Point Logistics
The race runs from Forest City to downtown Scranton. Arrange transport to the start; the finish is at Courthouse Square.
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Rails to Trails
Several miles are on mostly paved Rails to Trails along the Lackawanna River. Use this flat section to find a steady rhythm.
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Boston Qualifier
This is a USATF certified Boston qualifier, so expect a fast field. Line up with runners targeting your pace.
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In Scranton
Race Day Getting Around
Downtown Scranton is compact and walkable, but expect road closures near Courthouse Square on race morning. Use the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail for a car-free route.
Spectator Spots
Spectators can see runners at the finish on Courthouse Square. The Lackawanna River Heritage Trail also offers viewing points along the river.
Recovery and Character
Recover with a gentle walk in Nay Aug Park or along the river trail. Scranton's coal-mining past is on display at the Steamtown National Historic Site.
Written by AI from the course data and the race's description; city tips are general knowledge. Check race-day details with the organizer.
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