Flagstaff Marathon

Flagstaff, United States • 4 Oct 2025

The Flagstaff Marathon, known as "The Coolest Marathon in Arizona," takes place in Flagstaff, AZ, at the Arizona Nordic Village within the scenic Coconino National Forest. This event features off-road courses through ponderosa pine and aspen forests at over 8,000 feet elevation, offering marathon, half marathon, 10K, and Kid's Kilo distances. Marathon runners complete the half marathon course twice, which consists of single and double track trails. Organized by the Coconino Community College Foundation and Sundog Running, the race supports local college athletics. A cut-off at mile 19 requires marathoners to pass by 4 hours 45 minutes or exit the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Kid's Kilo
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