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Appletree Marathon

Vancouver, WA
Sunday, August 30, 2026


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Course Description
The double loop Appletree Marathon course travels through Officer’s Row, Fort Vancouver, Army Barracks, Pearson Airport, the Columbian Riverfront, Marine Park, Wintler Park, Ester Short Park, Farmers Market and the Oldest Apple Tree in the Northwest. The course is mostly flat with a couple short hills.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, August 30, 2026
2025: Sunday, September 7, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Multiple Loops
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 64°F (17°C)
Average High: 76°F (24°C)
Average Low: 52° F (11°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 98.37
Course Score: 99.27


Race Size

2025: 167 Finishers
2024: 174 Finishers
2023: 122 Finishers
2022: 79 Finishers
2021: 69 Finishers
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 12.6%
2024: 15.5%
2023: 15.6%
2022: 8.9%
2021: 20.3%
2020: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 3 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 77°F  (25°C)
Low: 58°F  (14°C)

Race Start Conditions

59°F  (15°C)
Humidity: 85%

Overcast
N 1 mph

PR Score

97.07

Course Score

99.27









Appletree Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Appletree Marathon was the 288th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 268th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 12.6% of Appletree Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 15.5% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Appletree Marathon ranked 100th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 80th in 2024. In Washington, it ranked 9th in 2025 and 10th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.


The Appletree Marathon has a Course Score of 99.27, ranking it as the 172nd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 15th fastest marathon course in Washington.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Appletree Marathon a PR Score of 98.37. The PR Score ranks the Appletree Marathon as the 253rd best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 19th best marathon for a PR in Washington.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Appletree Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Washington for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Appletree Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed172nd fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 15th fastest marathon course in Washington
Top 38% Nationally#15 of 25 in Washington
PR Potential253rd best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 19th best marathon for a PR in Washington
Top 55% Nationally#19 of 25 in Washington
Boston Qualifier Rate100th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 9th highest BQ percentage in Washington
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 21% Nationally#9 of 24 in Washington
Race Size288th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 18th largest marathon in Washington
Based on 2025 results
Top 49% Nationally#18 of 32 in Washington

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.




Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 111 feet (33m)
Min Elevation: 24 feet (7m)

Elevation Gain: 352 feet (107m)
Elevation Loss: 352 feet (107m)


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Course updated 08/23/2025





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