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Boundary Bay Marathon

Delta, BC
Sunday, November 1, 2026


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Course Description
The flat, out-and-back Boundary Bay Marathon course is on a gravel ocean side trail.

Typical cool race day weather and a very flat course can lead to PRs and Boston Qualifying times on this fast course if the gravel trail doesn't slow you down much.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, November 1, 2026
2025: Sunday, November 2, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Very Flat
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Trail

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: Yes


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 41°F (5°C)
Average High: 47°F (8°C)
Average Low: 35° F (1°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.66
Course Score: 99.66


Race Size

2025: 195 Finishers
2024: 206 Finishers
2023: 216 Finishers
2022: 119 Finishers
2021: No Results
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 6.7%
2024: 4.9%
2023: 5.6%
2022: 8.4%
2021: N/A
2020: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 9 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 49°F  (9°C)
Low: 40°F  (4°C)

Race Start Conditions

43°F  (6°C)
Humidity: 88%

Mostly Cloudy
N 7 mph

PR Score

99.64

Course Score

99.66









Boundary Bay Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Boundary Bay Marathon was the 19th largest marathon in Canada in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 24th largest marathon in Canada.

In 2025, 6.7% of Boundary Bay Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 4.9% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Boundary Bay Marathon ranked 17th among marathons in Canada in 2025 and 32nd in 2024. In British Columbia, it ranked 2nd in 2025 and 3rd in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.


The Boundary Bay Marathon has a Course Score of 99.66, ranking it as the 3rd fastest marathon course in Canada and the 1st fastest marathon course in British Columbia.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Boundary Bay Marathon a PR Score of 99.66. The PR Score ranks the Boundary Bay Marathon as the 3rd best marathon in Canada for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 1st best marathon for a PR in British Columbia.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Boundary Bay Marathon compares with other marathons in Canada and British Columbia for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Boundary Bay Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed3rd fastest marathon course in Canada
Ranked 1st fastest marathon course in British Columbia
Top 10% Nationally#1 of 3 in British Columbia
PR Potential3rd best marathon for a Personal Record in Canada
Ranked 1st best marathon for a PR in British Columbia
Top 10% Nationally#1 of 3 in British Columbia
Boston Qualifier Rate17th highest BQ percentage in Canada
Ranked 2nd highest BQ percentage in British Columbia
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 59% Nationally#2 of 3 in British Columbia
Race Size19th largest marathon in Canada
Ranked 3rd largest marathon in British Columbia
Based on 2025 results
Top 62% Nationally#3 of 3 in British Columbia

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




Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 29 feet (8m)
Min Elevation: 8 feet (2m)


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