Our Chosen Charity:
Prince Edward County
Memorial Hospital Foundation
About The County Marathon
The County Marathon and Half Marathon are public events. Both races are Boston Qualifying races, and are accurately measured, certified courses.
Marathon: Athletics Canada Certified ON-2017-085-BDC (to be updated for 2023)
Half Marathon: Athletics Canada Certified ON-2017-084-BDC (to be updated for 2023)
The Ultra 50: is accurated measured but falls outside of the certification protocols used for the Full and Half
Our Mission
As Canada’s largest small-centre marathon, our mission is to continually improve the unique experience we offer every runner while specializing in support to the first time runner and those looking to meet Boston’s qualifying times.
Our Favourite Marathon Services
Services For Runners: Coach Peter Pimm and his associates have been providing the running community with exceptional Coaching Services and MUCH MORE since 1975 - visit his website: www.servicesforrunners.com.
Peter is also The County Marathon's official route advisor and a member of our Board of Directors since inception - thank you Peter!
James Swinnerton has been a long time County Marathon supporter. He has just launched a coaching service. Visit his website: www,blacksmithtriathlon.com or call 416.525.1163
Sandy Musson - an incredible local resource - contact her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Our Favourite Runs
Kingston Road Runners Association. We have been somewhat associated with this amazing organization for over 20 years. In fact they provided us with our very first organizational documents before the turn of the century! We also understand under the direction of Runners Choice there is a running group training for the County Marathon. Huge thanks to them and best of luck with your training!
Other Marathons
