Maple Leaf Marathon
Maple Leaf Marathon opens the New England Challenge with certified loops around Lake Morey, an early start, and a small multi-day field in Vermont.
Quick facts
- USATF-certified full marathon around Lake Morey
- Opening race of New England Challenge I
- Small-field format with a 6 a.m. start
- Loop course based at Lake Morey Resort
About the Maple Leaf Marathon
Maple Leaf Marathon is the Vermont stop in New England Challenge I, a compact series built for runners stacking several certified marathons in one trip. The race uses Lake Morey Resort as its base and keeps logistics simple with an early start and repeat-loop format.
Course
The marathon is run as multiple loops around Lake Morey on a USATF-certified course. That format makes pacing and aid-station access predictable, but the repeated shoreline miles can feel exposed if wind picks up.
Race-day weather
Early May in northern Vermont can start cold and finish mild. Runners should plan for a cool first hour, possible lake breeze, and a bigger temperature swing than a mid-summer New England race.
Past Maple Leaf Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday, May 7, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Friday, May 8, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
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Maple Leaf Marathon FAQ
When is the Maple Leaf Marathon?
The 2027 Maple Leaf Marathon is on Friday, May 7, 2027.
Is Maple Leaf Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Maple Leaf 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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