The Place...Not The Race
Welcome to Marathon, Texas.
Long considered the 'Gateway to the Big Bend,'Marathon is situated in the center of an ancient seabed, surrounded by spectacular mountains and fascinating geology.
Located 58 miles south of Fort Stockton, Texas. Centrally located to points of interest in the Big Bend area, Marathon is about 150 miles, or 2.5 hours, from Midland-Odessa; 350 miles, or 6 hours from Central Texas; and 250 miles, or 4 hours from El Paso, Texas.You know you are in Texas when you measure distance by minutes and hours.
The Town of Marathon was founded and named in 1881 by Albion Shepard, an old sea captain, who settled in the area. The surrounding plains and mountains reminded him of Marathon, Greece.
In Recent years, Marathon has become a center of attention due to its central location in the Big Bend and friendly, casual lifestyle. 
In addition, at over 4000' elevation, it boasts a delightful climate, a diversity of outdoor activities, shopping, dining, and art galleries...as well as the perfect place for artists to set up an easel and paint. Specifically, this artists' watercolor Yucca Blooms Below Marathon Mesas.
So Adios from Marathon, Texas and The Big Bend!
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All photos by Sue McPeak ©reserved
I like that first photo with the cactus in the foreground. Imagine a sea captain settling in an ancient seabed! Seems ironic.
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