Bristol, New Hampshire, United States
The New Hampshire Marathon draws approximately 230 finishers each October on a scenic road in Bristol, United States. Bristol's New Hampshire Marathon is one of New England's scenic fall races around Newfound Lake. The course circles Newfound Lake with peak-foliage views of the Lakes Region and surrounding mountains. Rolling terrain with moderate climbs shapes the middle miles.
New Hampshire Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
The next New Hampshire Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 4 October 2026 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 New Hampshire Marathon is a rolling scenic road course with moderate climbs. Starts and finishes in Bristol on a Newfound Lake loop. The course circles Newfound Lake with peak-foliage views of the Lakes Region and surrounding mountains. Rolling terrain with moderate climbs.
The New Hampshire 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.
New Hampshire Marathon is typically held in October. Registration opens through https://nhmarathon.com/ 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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