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Maine Coast Marathon

Wells, ME
Sunday, May 2, 2027


  3.3 Stars from 4 Reviews

Course Description
The Maine Coast Marathon is a gorgeous point-to-point course that features some of the most breathtaking coastal views in Wells including pristine marshes, miles of sandy beaches, the occasional rocky ledge outcropping, as well as pastoral farmland, community solar farms, and shady country roads.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Sunday, May 2, 2027
2026: Sunday, May 3, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Point to Point
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 50°F (10°C)
Average High: 62°F (16°C)
Average Low: 39° F (3°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 98.24
Course Score: 98.24

Race Size

2026: 917 Finishers
2025: 913 Finishers
2024: 976 Finishers
2023: 251 Finishers
2022: No Results
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: 9.1%
2025: 7.7%
2024: 11.1%
2023: 3.2%
2022: N/A
2021: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes

Weather Averages for Last 11 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 61°F  (16°C)
Low: 48°F  (9°C)

Race Start Conditions

53°F  (12°C)
Humidity: 80%

Overcast
ESE 8 mph

PR Score

98.44

Course Score

98.82






Maine Coast Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Maine Coast Marathon was the 96th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 85th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 9.1% of Maine Coast Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 7.7% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Maine Coast Marathon ranked 193rd among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 77th so far in 2026. In Maine, it ranked 4th in 2025 and 3rd so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Maine Coast Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Maine Coast Marathon has a Course Score of 98.24, ranking it as the 322nd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 4th fastest marathon course in Maine.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Maine Coast Marathon a PR Score of 98.24. The PR Score ranks the Maine Coast Marathon as the 262nd best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 4th best marathon for a PR in Maine.

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

Maine Coast Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed322nd fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 4th fastest marathon course in Maine
Top 70% Nationally#4 of 8 in Maine
PR Potential262nd best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 4th best marathon for a PR in Maine
Top 57% Nationally#4 of 8 in Maine
Boston Qualifier Rate193rd highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 4th highest BQ percentage in Maine
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 41% Nationally#4 of 10 in Maine
Race Size96th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd largest marathon in Maine
Based on 2025 results
Top 17% Nationally#2 of 11 in Maine

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 227 feet (69m)
Min Elevation: 5 feet (1m)

Elevation Gain: 770 feet (234m)
Elevation Loss: 764 feet (232m)


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Course updated 05/12/2026




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Race Reviews


3.3
Based on 4 reviews
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Full Review:

Disappointing. The overall course was very bland relative to what I expected from seeing all the promo videos and images. There were a few nice areas but mostly just regular back roads. The lanes were not closed and we had traffic zooming by as we ran on the shoulder and sometimes the sidewalk. They only had half a banana for finishers. There were no GELs at the stations. There were only a few tracking spots along the course. The weather was horrible. And to top it off - the course was inadvertently a half-mile long so BQ attempts were impacts. Overall, a very disappointing experience and I would not recommend it.
Reviewed by RS About 2017

Full Review:

Aside from a major issue with directions on the course adding .5 to the race, the Maine Coast Marathon was a beautiful race along the coast of Maine. The views are amazing and the rolling hills are nothing to be afraid of. Crowd support small but is spread out along the course. The race is well supported with aid stations full of happy faces cheering you on. I find the support of a family on their front law cheering you on just as amazing as the cheers of 100 supports so it suited me.

Race Tips:

There are long stretches of open road where you may need to up the mental game but if you have done any long solo runs during training you will be ready. This race feels like another long run through your hometown...low key.
Reviewed by TNC About 2017

Scenic but not flat!

Full Review:

Hi, this was my first marathon. It is not ''mostly flat'' as described here but ''rolling hills'' like it is written on the marathon website (the second half). Did not help that is was 42F and pouring rain. I found it very hard and my next one will be totally flat in Ottawa. Great views on the ocean, I forgot it was raining at times...

Race Tips:

If you are expecting flat all the way, this is not the marathon for you. If you are looking for great scenery then it is. very small, I ran alone most of my 5 hours which made it a bit difficult. The rain did not help, supporters were pretty rare. Great jacket and tshirt.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

easy parking at departure or finish. bus ride provided. lots of potties at the beginnings and oh nice hot shower at the end in the university.
Reviewed by Julie About 2017

Full Review:

I liked that I was able to pick my race number, the video from the race (at an extra cost) and the views along the coast. I didn't like that the roads were not closed, there was a timing mat at 7 and then again at 21 or 23 (what happened to 10K, half and 20 miles?) and we had to run no more than 2 side by side along the shoulder and sometimes on the sidewalk.
Reviewed by Joe Flick About 2016