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Maritime Marathon

Manitowoc, WI
Sunday, June 7, 2026


  4.4 Stars from 5 Reviews

Course Description
With only about 60 feet separating the high and low points of the course, the Holy Family Memorial Maritime Marathon is one of the flattest Spring Marathons.

The Holy Family Memorial Maritime Marathon out and back course starts at the University of Wisconsin Manitowoc, follows the lakeshore on roads and paved trails for at least two-thirds of the race to Port Sandy Bay in Two Rivers.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: TBD
2026: Sunday, June 7, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 64°F (17°C)
Average High: 74°F (23°C)
Average Low: 55° F (12°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 97.76
Course Score: 99.35

Race Size

2026: 254 Finishers
2025: 231 Finishers
2024: 239 Finishers
2023: 185 Finishers
2022: 164 Finishers
2021: 224 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: 10.6%
2025: 13.4%
2024: 10.9%
2023: 15.1%
2022: 10.4%
2021: 5.8%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 14 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 68°F  (20°C)
Low: 54°F  (12°C)

Race Start Conditions

58°F  (14°C)
Humidity: 85%

Clear
N 5 mph

PR Score

97.29

Course Score

99.35






Maritime Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Maritime Marathon was the 242nd largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 221st largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 10.6% of Maritime Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 13.4% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Maritime Marathon ranked 88th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 62nd so far in 2026. In Wisconsin, it ranked 5th in 2025 and 4th so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Maritime Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Maritime Marathon has a Course Score of 99.35, ranking it as the 147th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 3rd fastest marathon course in Wisconsin.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Maritime Marathon a PR Score of 97.76. The PR Score ranks the Maritime Marathon as the 309th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 15th best marathon for a PR in Wisconsin.

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

Maritime Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed147th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd fastest marathon course in Wisconsin
Top 32% Nationally#3 of 19 in Wisconsin
PR Potential309th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 15th best marathon for a PR in Wisconsin
Top 67% Nationally#15 of 19 in Wisconsin
Boston Qualifier Rate88th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 5th highest BQ percentage in Wisconsin
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 19% Nationally#5 of 22 in Wisconsin
Race Size242nd largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 9th largest marathon in Wisconsin
Based on 2025 results
Top 41% Nationally#9 of 26 in Wisconsin

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Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 633 feet (192m)
Min Elevation: 577 feet (175m)


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Race Reviews


4.4
Based on 5 reviews
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Flat, scenic with pacers!

Full Review:

Pace groups were spot on. Scenic up and back along Lake Michigan.

Flat so potential for a fast race. Small race. No frills. Do not expect an expo or swag. Hamburgers after race.

Race Tips:

In 2023, we had a headwind for half of the race until the turn around.

15 minute ahead of start is all that's needed.

Easy to get running your pace. Can see other runners at turn around.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Easy parking, Airbnb's in area.

80 miles from Milwaukee airport. Green Bay is closer but no direct flights for me.
Reviewed by SF About 2023

Excellent organization but no shade the whole course and too hot

Full Review:

Excellent organization from an water and aid station perspective, started on time, volunteers along the whole course, finisher medals, t-shirt, easy to find parking. Course is also USATF certified for those looking to qualify for Boston. Marathon is small, less than 300 people with little overlap with half marathoners.

Race Tips:

If it's sunny, definitely wear lighter, brighter clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunblock everywhere. If possible, bring support to dump cold water along the way, because the course has NO SHADE.

Disappointed that while the race director advertised that the course was flat, it's not that easy to BQ because the weather is a big factor in terms of being able to perform at a high level since there is NO SHADE ALONG THE ENTIRE COURSE.
Reviewed by James About 2021

Great Out and Back

Full Review:

Gotta love a flat marathon course. Biggest hill is right at the end...it's maybe 30 feet in elevation gain. It's also a nice course right along the lake shore. Organizers are great, lots of support stations. Multiple places along the course for spectators to move to to cheer you as you go.

They also give out socks in the swag bag that are amazing.

Race Tips:

It's super flat. Just run your best race. Weather is likely to be perfect, might get a little warm if the sun comes out.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

We stayed in an AirBnB in Two Rivers about 10 minutes away. Nice state beach there and shops to walk to.
Reviewed by JZ About 2019

PR course

Full Review:

This is a spectacular course run almost entirely along the Lake Michigan lakefront. It is usually cool (lake breeze) and super flat. The race is very well organized and friendly.

Race Tips:

The only significant hill is in the last mile or so, so be sure to save a bit of oomph for it. Also, the number of registrants is a bit small, which may make for many solo miles; however, the course is VERY accessible to friends and family...many places to hopscotch along and cheer.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

The nearby accommodations are a bit sparse and hard to come by if you sign up late.
Reviewed by JS About 2019

Full Review:

Excellent organization. Great course. Race director, Dave, is helpful and great. Really nice swag bags and medals!
Reviewed by MJW About 2015