Ely, MN
Saturday, September 20, 2025
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Race Dates
2026: CancelledCourse Information
Profile: Rolling HillsRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 47°F (8°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 96.92Race Size
2026: No ResultsBQ Percentages
2026: N/AMiscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: Yes
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 69°F (21°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
56°F (13°C) |
PR Score |
95.39 |
Course Score |
96.92 |
The Ely Marathon was the largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the largest marathon in the U.S..
In 2025, 1.1% of Ely Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 2.2% of finishers qualified for Boston.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Ely Marathon ranked among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.
The Ely Marathon has a Course Score of 96.92, ranking it as the fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the fastest marathon course in Minnesota.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Ely Marathon a PR Score of 96.92. The PR Score ranks the Ely Marathon as the best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the best marathon for a PR in Minnesota.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Ely Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Minnesota for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 1504 feet (458m)
Min Elevation: 1320 feet (402m)
Elevation Gain: 1260 feet (384m)
Elevation Loss: 1263 feet (385m)
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