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Maple Leaf Marathon

Fairlee, VT
Friday, May 8, 2026


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Course Description

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: TBD
2026: Friday, May 8, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Multiple Loops
Surface: Road/Pavement

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


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 60°F (15°C)
Average High: 73°F (22°C)
Average Low: 46° F (7°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 95.50
Course Score: 95.50


Race Size

2026: 25 Finishers
2025: 18 Finishers
2024: 18 Finishers
2023: 33 Finishers
2022: 48 Finishers
2021: 48 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: 0%
2025: 0%
2024: 0%
2023: 3%
2022: 0%
2021: 0%


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 7 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 65°F  (18°C)
Low: 47°F  (8°C)

Race Start Conditions

48°F  (9°C)
Humidity: 89%

Partially cloudy
W 2 mph

PR Score

94.64

Course Score

95.5









Maple Leaf Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Maple Leaf Marathon was the 561st largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 547th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, no Maple Leaf Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, no finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Maple Leaf Marathon ranked 459th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 217th so far in 2026. In Vermont, it ranked 4th in 2025 and 2nd so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Maple Leaf Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.


The Maple Leaf Marathon has a Course Score of 95.50, ranking it as the 429th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 3rd fastest marathon course in Vermont.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Maple Leaf Marathon a PR Score of 95.50. The PR Score ranks the Maple Leaf Marathon as the 407th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 3rd best marathon for a PR in Vermont.

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

Maple Leaf Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed429th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd fastest marathon course in Vermont
Top 93% Nationally#3 of 4 in Vermont
PR Potential407th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd best marathon for a PR in Vermont
Top 89% Nationally#3 of 4 in Vermont
Boston Qualifier Rate459th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 4th highest BQ percentage in Vermont
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 96% Nationally#4 of 4 in Vermont
Race Size561st largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 4th largest marathon in Vermont
Based on 2025 results
Top 95% Nationally#4 of 4 in Vermont

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




Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 585 feet (178m)
Min Elevation: 487 feet (148m)

Elevation Gain: 1910 feet (582m)
Elevation Loss: 1910 feet (582m)


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Course updated 05/13/2026





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