Coudersport, Pennsylvania · Saturday, June 5, 2027
The God's Country Marathon is a half marathon, marathon, and running event held on Saturday, June 5, 2027. It is located at 5 Water Street in Coudersport, Pennsylvania.
Run for the Elk Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Emporium, PA on July 27, 2026
RACE SPECIAL FOR 2026!
If you register for any Sunday, July 27th Run for the Elk event — you can use
promo code: Conquer-Day2 to receive a discount for Saturday, July 26th, Conquer the Canyon event!
Once you pay full price for Run for the Elk, use the promo code to register again and add a Saturday, Conquer the Canyon event. Two events in two days with a discount, what a race weekend! CODE: Conquer-Day2
In addition, if you race both days (Conquer and Elk), you'll receive an I Did The Double t-shirt. It doesn't matter which events you do, you'll receive the shirt if you race both days!
We are happy to announce that this event is part of our new 2026 Half Marathon and Marathon race series!
More info about the series can be found here:
https://events.elitefeats.com/half
https://events.elitefeats.com/beyond
EARLY START INFO
Here is the information going forward for all races regarding early starts:
No early starts for 5K/10K
A single early start time 1 hour before the actual start time for Half (& Full if applicable)
No awards for any early starts
Also, anyone doing the early start should be trying to run a 15min mile or slower for the half or full. If they end up doing faster than 2:15 for the half they may not get a time.
Emporium is the ”Elk Capital of Pennsylvania” and is located in the heart of the state’s wild elk herd, now numbering almost 1,000 majestic animals. This is going to be a great event with amazing scenery!
Certified number PA22019NP
Click here for link to certification.
The course is in the process of certification and we guarantee that it will be certified.
Here's a course map: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5071711882/
We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration.
All first time half marathon and marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half or full marathon finish. The athlete will also receive their finisher’s medal. Find Mark at the end of the race and let him know you ran your first marathon or half.
SWAG
Entry fees will include:
Beautiful Medal and Lanyard
T-shirt
Running ankle socks
2024 Finishers Medal
I Run for Fun socks
Veteran Discount
All of our events feature a 10% discount on race entry for all service members and their family. Click/tap here for more information.
Also, as always, Service Members or former Service Members can use the promo code to obtain their discount at the full price race and then use the other promo code to get a discount at the second race.
EliteFeats.com is known for fun, well organized events with incredible SWAG and event food. For additional information, email [email protected]. We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our races. Our goal is for you to have the very best possible race day experience. For additional information and race updates please check our website: http://www.elitefeats.com
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There are 3 distance options to this event which includes rail/trail running, dirt road running, and traveling through the Elk State Forest in the heart of the PA Wilds. This is not a closed course.
Select a 12k, 25k or 50k. All events start and end in Emporium PA with aid stations on the course and food following the event.
Welcome to the God's Country Marathon, Half Marathon and Team Relay held in beautiful Potter County, Pennsylvania!
The God's Country Marathon has been named one of the "10 toughest marathons" and one of the "best small marathons" in the United States by Runner's World Magazine. 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!
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, which traverses the eastern continental divide topping out at an elevation of 2,424 ft. From there, it is all downhill into historic downtown Coudersport.
For over 50 years, our little marathon has been attracting challenge-seeking runners from across the nation.
Event details and schedule
Check out our Facebook for updates. www.facebook.com/godscountrymarathon
Full Marathon & Relay: 7am Galeton High School
Half Marathon: 8am Denton Hill State Park