Laramie, Wyoming, United States
The Med Bow Rail Marathon draws approximately 45 finishers each May on a scenic trail road in Laramie, United States. Laramie's Med Bow Rail Marathon uses a rail-trail corridor through southeastern Wyoming's high country. The course follows the Medicine Bow Rail Trail through high-plains and mountain-foothill scenery. Rolling terrain with moderate climbs shapes the middle miles.
Med Bow Rail Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
The next Med Bow Rail Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 2 May 2027 with a 7:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 150 m of climbing on a rolling with moderate climbs layout.
The Med Bow Rail Marathon is a rolling scenic trail road course with moderate climbs. Starts and finishes along the Medicine Bow Rail Trail near Laramie. The course follows the Medicine Bow Rail Trail through high-plains and mountain-foothill scenery. Rolling terrain with moderate climbs.
The Med Bow Rail Marathon course is rolling with moderate climbs over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 150 metres of climbing and 140 metres of descent, with a net climb of 10 metres from start to finish.
Med Bow Rail Marathon is typically held in May. Registration opens through https://www.medbowrailtrail.org/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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