Wicked Fast Marathon Poconos

Lehighton, United States • 12-13 Sep 2026

Wicked Fast Marathon and Half Marathon

The Wicked Fast Marathon and Half Marathon take place in Lehighton, Pennsylvania, utilizing the D & L Trail. The course follows the Lehigh River along a hard-packed trail surface. The route features a consistent net drop of -1%, providing a downhill profile for participants.

The event offers three distinct registration options:

  • 26.2 miles (Full Marathon)
  • 13.1 miles (Half Marathon)
  • 39.3 miles (Combined challenge of both distances over two days)

The full marathon distance begins above Rock Port, while the half marathon starts at the Gorge at Rockport Lane. Both races utilize the D & L Trail and conclude at the Outdoor Center in Lehighton.

The marathon and half marathon courses are officially certified by the USATF. The marathon carries certification number PA24004DNB and the half marathon is certified under number PA24005DNB. Due to these certifications and the net downhill grade, the course is designated as a Boston Marathon qualifier. The event is scheduled over two days, with the full marathon held on Saturday and the half marathon held on Sunday. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

39 mi
Run Both Days 9/12 & 9/13
26 mi
9/12 Saturday Marathon
13 mi
9/13 Sunday Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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