Fall Marathon Near Chattanooga | Chickamauga Battlefield Races

26.2 Miles

Marathon

A memorable marathon course through a historic battlefield.

The Chickamauga Battlefield Marathon is a scenic and varied course known for it’s ample sightings of wildlife and historical monuments equally suited to first marathoners and those chasing a Boston Qualifying time.

The slightly rolling, paved hills of the course provide a welcome shift in muscular focus for runners without additional strain of consistent climbing or neutral terrain.

With a consistent, yet uncrowded, field (no fighting for space here!), the course through the 9,000-acre battlefield has a long history of BQs and turning everyday runners into MARATHONERS.

In fact, we celebrate more than 100 first timers each year!

“2025 The Best Marathon in Georgia”

We are so honored to have been named the Runner’s Choice: Best Marathon in Georgia 2025 by RaceRaves.

2026 Race Registration will be live soon. Join the waitlist to find out when it opens & get the early bird rate.

Course – NEW for 2025!

The first 12 miles of the course will be the company of the half marathoners, after which the course will split and full marathoners will begin their second loop through the park.

Sentries and aid stations are located throughout the course. Vehicular traffic is light through the park, though we encourage participants to remain aware of their surroundings.

This course is certified (USATF #GA25076WC) and results will be able be submitted to the Boston Athletic Association on behalf of runners.

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Timing

The full marathon bib timing chips will provide a gun and net time for all runners.

The overall winners will be determined by gun time and the age group winners by net time in each age group.

Results will be posted here after the race.

There is a 6.5 hour time limit for the full marathon.

Awards

Awards will be given for the following categories:

→ Overall Male & Female
→ Masters Male & Female (40+)
→ Grandmasters Male & Female (50+)
→ Senior Grandmasters Male & Female (60+)

🏆 View the 2025 Awards 🏆

The top 3 finishers (male & female) in each age group, 5 year increments starting with the “19 and Under “group up to 70+, will also receive awards.

First time marathon finishers will also receive a framed version of their bib. Please be sure to indicate if this is your first 26.2 when you register.

Marathon Entry Fees

2026 Race Registration will be live soon. Join the waitlist to find out when it opens & get the early bird rate.

NOTE: The half and full marathons are limited to 1,500 total participants to ensure safety for all and meet approval of the National Park Service. There is no Race Day registration available for these races.

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“Plenty of aid stations and very nice people”
This was my first marathon!!! The entire race was well organized, plenty of aide stations and very nice people. I hope to run again there next year.
Wanda D.
“I look forward to returning”
This was my fifth marathon and my favorite by far. The course is beautiful, the volunteers were fantastic, and there was just enough challenge without being overwhelming. I look forward to returning for the half for sure, and maybe another full. Thanks to all who worked hard to make the event successful!
Jennifer M.
“Excellent race”
Great area to run in. Excellent race for both experienced and first time marathoners!
Eric B.