Madeline Island Marathon
Madeline Island Marathon gives runners a capped Apostle Islands race with ferry logistics, mostly paved island roads, and a certified Boston course.
Quick facts
- USATF-certified Boston-qualifying marathon on a mostly paved island loop.
- Full marathon is capped at 150 runners.
- Race weekend requires island travel planning, with ferry service weather dependent.
About the Madeline Island Marathon
Madeline Island Marathon is a small destination race on Wisconsin's Apostle Islands, with marathon and half marathon entries capped well below big-city fields.
Course
The loop-style course starts and finishes in La Pointe, using mostly pavement with packed-gravel segments and an out-and-back portion.
Race-day weather
Lake Superior weather can be cool, breezy, and changeable in mid-May. Ferry timing and island logistics are part of race planning.
Past Madeline Island Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, May 22, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, May 16, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, May 18, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Madeline Island Marathon FAQ
When is the Madeline Island Marathon?
The 2027 Madeline Island Marathon is on Saturday, May 22, 2027.
Is Madeline Island Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Madeline Island 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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