Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon
Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon is a flat rail-trail favorite for runners who want long steady miles, a smaller field, and real Boston-qualifier intent.
Quick facts
- Flat asphalt trail marathon from Holdingford to St. Joseph.
- Official site lists it as a Boston qualifier with a six-hour limit.
- Recent finisher lookup is linked from the race's current timing hub.
- Official homepage currently works over http because the https setup is misconfigured.
About the Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon
The Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon is built around simplicity, and for the right runner that is exactly the point. It is a straightforward Minnesota trail marathon where pacing discipline matters more than navigating crowd surges or complicated logistics.
Course
The race uses the Lake Wobegon Trail from the Holdingford start toward the St. Joseph finish, giving runners long asphalt path sections with very little interruption. The profile is famously flat, which is why the race stays on the shortlist for runners targeting controlled effort and qualifying times.
Race-day weather
Mid-May in central Minnesota often starts cool enough to race well, but exposed sections can still warm up once the sun is higher. Wind matters more here than hills, and that can decide whether the back half feels calm or stubborn.
Past Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, May 9, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, May 10, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
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Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon FAQ
When is the Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon. The most recent running was on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Is Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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