If you're looking for a flat, fast course with a small-town feel, run the Wineglass Marathon, which starts Bath, NY, and ends in Corning.
The upstate setting boasts of mountains and fall foliage as runners race past wineries and the Corning Museum of Glass.
Local residents line up along the course to motivate runners. Runners in this race walk away with some impressive swag -- the medal is hand-made glass.
Runners also get a wine glass and mini bottle of champagne! The town of Corning offers special discounts in stores and restaurants to participants in this Boston-qualifying race.