Marathon
Big Bend Gateway
State: Texas
County: Brewster County
Founded: 1882
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Railroad town
Marathon is the northern gateway to Big Bend National Park. The town was a railroad stop named by a sea captain who thought the landscape resembled Marathon, Greece. The 1927 Gage Hotel is a famous lodging destination.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 2 hours
Quick Facts
- Big Bend gateway
- Gage Hotel landmark
- Named after Greek Marathon
Location
Address: Marathon, TX
Coordinates: 30.2, -103.2333