Course Map
Route based on 2022 course — may differ slightly from this year.
About this Race
The Eugene Marathon is a flat, fast course through TrackTown USA, the storied Oregon home of American distance running, finishing with a lap on the hallowed track at Hayward Field. The level river-path terrain makes it a genuine personal-best and Boston-qualifying target. Held in spring, it typically offers mild, runnable conditions. The finish inside Hayward Field is the emotional highlight for any runner steeped in track history. It suits time-focused runners who want a fast course and a bucket-list finish on one of the sport's most storied tracks.
Course Insight
Eugene is TrackTown USA, a flat, fast spring marathon along the river paths that finishes on the hallowed track at Hayward Field, a goosebump close for any runner. The level terrain makes it a genuine personal-best course, so the discipline is your own early on. Mild spring air suits quick running. The riverside route is smooth and rhythm-friendly. Pace it evenly and earn that final lap on the track.
Difficulty Breakdown
A fast, runner-friendly course.
Course Details
- Course type
- Loop
- Elevation gain
- 127m
- Elevation loss
- 133m
- Highest point
- 163m
- Lowest point
- 120m
- Net elevation
- -6m
- Start
- Outside Hayward Field on Agate Street
- Cutoff time
- 7h 0m
Race History
The Eugene Marathon was first held in 2007 in the heart of TrackTown USA, the storied Oregon home of American distance running, finishing on the hallowed track of Hayward Field. Its flat, fast course quickly made it a renowned Boston-qualifying target. From its founding it grew into a beloved destination steeped in running history. Held each spring, it draws a field to the running mecca.
Plan Your Trip
Everything you need to know to get there, get settled, and get to the start line.
- Nearest airport(s)
- Eugene (EUG), Portland (PDX)
- Best area to stay
- Downtown for proximity to the route and the Hayward Field finish, the campus area for value stays, and the riverfront for scenic options.
- Getting to the start
- The start is near downtown/the campus; walk from downtown hotels or take a short ride, with the finish at Hayward Field.