Prince of Wales Island Marathon
Prince of Wales Island Marathon is a capped Southeast Alaska destination race, with a certified out-and-back course from Craig and rainforest scenery.
Quick facts
- Capped island race with a 350-participant limit.
- USATF-certified marathon course AK14007FW may be used for Boston qualifying.
- Long-running photo and result archive goes back to early editions.
About the Prince of Wales Island Marathon
Prince of Wales Island Marathon is a destination race on Alaska's third-largest island, with marathon, half marathon, and relay categories.
Course
The course starts and finishes at Craig High School, heading through Klawock and onto Big Salt Lake Highway before returning to Craig.
Race-day weather
Late May in Southeast Alaska is cool and damp, with mist or rain always possible. Temperatures are usually manageable for marathon pacing.
Past Prince of Wales Island Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, May 23, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
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Prince of Wales Island Marathon FAQ
When is the Prince of Wales Island Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Prince of Wales Island Marathon. The most recent running was on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Is Prince of Wales Island Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Prince of Wales 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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