Pine Tree Marathon
Where the 2027 race is now
- RegistrationStatus not confirmed yet
- Race daySunday, May 9, 2027
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- May 9, 2027 Sunday
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Unconfirmed Not verified yet
- Live tracking
- Not yet Shown here race week
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
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.
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.
Past Pine Tree Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, May 9, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, May 10, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Results available | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Results available | 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.
How do I track a runner in the Pine Tree Marathon?
Most races publish tracking in race week. Marathon Scout links the official tracker on this page during race week, once the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the Pine Tree Marathon results?
The 2026 results and earlier years are linked on the Pine Tree Marathon results page.
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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