Top 50 Marathons to Do Across America

26.2 WITH DONNA

Jacksonville Beach, Florida

This northern-Florida marathon is the only 26.2-mile race that donates 100 percent of proceeds to breast cancer research. Run this emotionally powerful marathon to be reminded why you lace up your shoes each morning. breastcancermarathon.com

CHICKAMAUGA BATTLEFIELD MARATHON

Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia

Get in touch with our nation's history at this iconic Civil War battlefield. After a 19th-century cannon starts the race with a boom, you'll run through the peaceful park filled with memorials dedicated to fallen soldiers. battlefieldmarathon.com

HONOLULU MARATHON

Honolulu, Hawaii

Who wouldn't want to take a 26.2-mile trek through Hawaii? Hot, humid weather and massive hills are a small price to pay for the jaw-dropping views, firework displays and shell leis. honolulumarathon.org

MESA FALLS MARATHON

Ashton, Idaho

Experience the natural wonders of Upper Mesa Falls with this part-road, part-trail marathon. For only $55, you'll run through wildlife-laden woods and enjoy a free huckleberry shake at the finish. mesafallsmarathon.com

CHICAGO MARATHON

Chicago, Illinois

Want a big-city marathon experience? Head to Chicago to run with 45,000 fellow participants under skyscrapers, down massive avenues and through never-ending crowds of cheering spectators. chicagomarathon.com

INDIANAPOLIS MONUMENTAL MARATHON

Indianapolis, Indiana

Take advantage of midwestern flatlands at the Monumental Marathon. This fast race is perfect for a PR, and you'll get an extra boost from Colts cheerleaders along the course. monumentalmarathon.com

MARATHON TO MARATHON

Marathon, Iowa

An aptly named Iowa town hosts a late-spring marathon full of small-town charm. This rural race runs through cow pastures and cornfields to give runners a taste of America's heartland. marathon2marathon.com

EISENHOWER MARATHON

Abilene, Kansas 

Race through Kansas' prairie accompanied by windmills, farmhouses and officials on horseback. A free bandana is included in registration (in case of dust storms), as is a breakfast buffet. eisenhowermarathon.com