God's Country Marathon 2025

🏃‍♂️ Welcome to the God's Country Marathon

Welcome to the God's Country Marathon, Half Marathon and Team Relay held in beautiful Potter County, Pennsylvania!

🏅 Race Recognition

• Named one of: the "10 toughest marathons" by Runner's World Magazine.
• Also recognized as: one of the "best small marathons" in the United States by Runner's World Magazine.
• Experience: No crowds, beautiful scenery, top-notch service and a hometown feeling make the God's Country Marathon one of the most unique road racing experiences in the country!

🌄 Course Details

The point-to-point course runs west on scenic U.S. Route 6 from the small community of Galeton (elevation 1,300 ft.) through the heart of the Susquehannock State Forest, to the town of Coudersport (elevation 1,400 ft.).

• Mile 14: marks the beginning of a three-mile climb up infamous Denton Hill.
• Denton Hill: traverses the eastern continental divide topping out at an elevation of 2,424 ft.
• Descent: From there, it is all downhill into historic downtown Coudersport.

🏆 Event Legacy

For over 49 years, our little marathon has been attracting challenge-seeking runners from across the nation.

📅 Event Details and Schedule

• Full Marathon: 7am Galeton High School
• Half Marathon: 8am Denton Hill State Park

🔗 Stay Connected

• Facebook: Check out our updates at www.facebook.com/godscountrymarathon.
• Website: Visit https://rungcm.com for more information.
• Registration: Sign up for the race at God's Country Marathon Registration.