Maine Coast Marathon
Maine Coast Marathon gives runners a Southern Maine spring course with beach miles, marsh roads, a Wells Harbor finish, and sold-out demand.
Quick facts
- Starts near Wells Beach, with early miles close to the Atlantic.
- Backroads, marshes, woods, and the Wells Reserve fill the middle of the course.
- Race weekend sells out, so entry planning has to happen early.
- Southern Maine mornings in spring are cool, and the open beach miles feel exposed.
About the Maine Coast Marathon
The revived Maine Coast Marathon has become a sold-out New England race weekend, using Wells as the base for its full marathon, half, and 5K.
Course
The full marathon starts near Wells Beach, spends early miles close to the Atlantic, then moves through backroads, marshes, woods, and the Wells Reserve.
Race-day weather
Southern Maine in early May usually means cool race mornings, but coastal wind and rain are realistic. The open beach miles can feel exposed.
Past Maine Coast Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, May 3, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, May 4, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, May 5, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Maine Coast Marathon FAQ
When is the Maine Coast Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Maine Coast Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, May 3, 2026.
Is Maine Coast Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Maine Coast 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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