Pine Tree Marathon
Pine Tree Marathon closes New England Challenge I on Back Cove Park loops, with a certified dirt-path course and compact early-start field in Maine.
Quick facts
- USATF-certified full marathon on Back Cove Park loops
- Maine stop and finale of New England Challenge I
- Compact race with a 6 a.m. start
- Dirt-path loop course near the waterfront
About the Pine Tree Marathon
Pine Tree Marathon is the Maine race in New England Challenge I and the final marathon of the three-day set. It suits runners who value a certified course, simple logistics, and a low-key field more than big-event crowds.
Course
The marathon is run on repeated loops of the Back Cove Park dirt path on a USATF-certified course. The layout is easy to follow and aid-friendly, but the repeated loop format rewards steady pacing and mental patience.
Race-day weather
Portland can still be cool in early May, especially near Back Cove. Wind off the water and damp spring conditions are the main pacing variables, while real heat is less common.
Past Pine Tree Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, May 9, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, May 10, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
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Pine Tree Marathon FAQ
When is the Pine Tree Marathon?
The 2027 Pine Tree Marathon is on Sunday, May 9, 2027.
Is Pine Tree Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Pine Tree 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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