Boston Marathon

Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States

26.2 miles (42.1 km) · 613 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · road · Race

Boston Marathon is a 26.2-mile point-to-point race in Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States, gaining 613 feet of elevation. The race follows a steadily descending elevation profile, finishing 428 feet lower than it starts. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 4.8 miles gaining 331 feet at an average 0.8% grade. Nearly the entire route is runnable at a steady effort. The race opens with a descent and finishes with flat terrain.