Seven Bridges Marathon
Seven Bridges Marathon race day weather
Cool start, steady climb ahead
Runners will face a cool start at 50°F, gradually warming to 62°F by the finish. With light winds and moderate humidity at 63%, hydration will be key, especially in the later laps as temperatures rise. Early laps may feel brisk, so pacing should be conservative to account for the gradual increase in warmth and avoid fatigue.
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Seven Bridges Marathon route and elevation
The Seven Bridges Marathon course has about 938 ft (286 m) of climbing and 938 ft (286 m) of descent, and finishes near the elevation it starts. It is hillier than 66% of the marathon courses racecast.io has mapped, measured by what the hills cost in time. The hardest mile is mile 14, with 103 ft (31 m) of climbing.
Biggest climbs
- Miles 1.1 to 1.4: climbs about 55 ft (17 m).
- Miles 13.2 to 13.7: climbs about 85 ft (26 m).
- Miles 24.7 to 25.4: climbs about 100 ft (30 m).
What the hills cost
- 3:30 on a flat course is about 3:31 here (1 minute slower).
- 4:00 on a flat course is about 4:02 here (2 minutes slower).
- 4:30 on a flat course is about 4:32 here (2 minutes slower).
Hills only, priced mile by mile on the course map. The pace calculator above adds the race-day weather.
Even-effort splits for a 3:30, 4:00 or 4:30 finish
| Mile | Climb | Descent | 3:30 | 4:00 | 4:30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54 ft | 33 ft | 8:08 | 9:18 | 10:28 |
| 2 | 57 ft | 67 ft | 7:56 | 9:04 | 10:12 |
| 3 | 33 ft | 26 ft | 8:03 | 9:12 | 10:21 |
| 4 | 84 ft | 51 ft | 8:14 | 9:25 | 10:35 |
| 5 | 32 ft | 71 ft | 7:50 | 8:56 | 10:04 |
| 6 | 11 ft | 18 ft | 7:57 | 9:05 | 10:13 |
| 7 | 18 ft | 15 ft | 8:00 | 9:09 | 10:17 |
| 8 | 21 ft | 23 ft | 7:58 | 9:07 | 10:15 |
| 9 | 45 ft | 46 ft | 7:59 | 9:06 | 10:15 |
| 10 | 46 ft | 53 ft | 7:56 | 9:05 | 10:13 |
| 11 | 33 ft | 36 ft | 7:58 | 9:07 | 10:15 |
| 12 | 48 ft | 46 ft | 8:00 | 9:08 | 10:16 |
| 13 | 49 ft | 46 ft | 8:00 | 9:08 | 10:18 |
| 14 | 103 ft | 77 ft | 8:12 | 9:23 | 10:32 |
| 15 | 70 ft | 47 ft | 8:10 | 9:20 | 10:31 |
| 16 | 64 ft | 111 ft | 7:48 | 8:55 | 10:01 |
| 17 | 39 ft | 44 ft | 7:58 | 9:05 | 10:14 |
| 18 | 43 ft | 47 ft | 7:57 | 9:06 | 10:14 |
| 19 | 40 ft | 40 ft | 7:59 | 9:07 | 10:15 |
| 20 | 49 ft | 41 ft | 8:02 | 9:11 | 10:20 |
| 21 | 51 ft | 46 ft | 8:01 | 9:10 | 10:19 |
| 22 | 22 ft | 21 ft | 7:59 | 9:08 | 10:16 |
| 23 | 13 ft | 21 ft | 7:57 | 9:05 | 10:13 |
| 24 | 12 ft | 22 ft | 7:56 | 9:04 | 10:12 |
| 25 | 63 ft | 7 ft | 8:27 | 9:39 | 10:52 |
| 26 | 45 ft | 71 ft | 7:53 | 9:00 | 10:08 |
| Last 0.2 | 0 ft | 21 ft | 1:42 | 1:57 | 2:11 |
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About the Seven Bridges Marathon
The Seven Bridges Marathon in Chattanooga, Tennessee, offers runners a scenic 26.2-mile journey across seven iconic bridges, including four downtown spans and three along the North Chickamauga Greenway. Starting and finishing near the Chattanooga Theatre on Tremont Avenue, the course features a mix of road, concrete, and asphalt surfaces, with aid stations and bathroom facilities available almost every mile. The event's festive atmosphere includes live music, custom medals, and local treats, making it a memorable experience for participants.
