Athens Big-Fork Trail Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool morning, steady winds
Runners will face temperatures starting at 37°F and rising to 47°F, with a light wind from the ESE at 8 mph, gusting to 21 mph. Humidity is moderate at 66% with a dew point of 32°F. It is advisable to start conservatively and adjust pacing as needed, especially if rain develops later.
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Race Info
Welcome to the Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon and 17 Mile Blaylock Creek Fun Run. Both events are on an “out-and-back” well marked course beginning and ending at the Big Fork Community Center, utilizing the Athens-Big Fork trail. Full Marathon runners will climb eight mountains twice with ~7,000' of cumulative gain. The event is free/donation based. A minimum $25 donation is suggested to cover our costs. All proceeds over our cost will be donated to the Big Fork community Center and the Ouachita Amateur Radio Association, who help us keep our runners safe. Source
Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2026 | | 48°/52° | - | 47° | |
2025 |  | 38°/48° | - | 30° | |
2024 | | 39°/42° | - | 39° | |
2023 | | 60°/68° | - | 54° |