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Niagara Ultra Races Marathon

Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Saturday, June 20, 2026


  4 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description
The Niagara Ultra Races Marathon course is an out and back route along the Niagara Parkway in continuous sight of the Niagara River.

The first seven and last seven miles of the course are flat. Just past mile seven, runners will encounter a large hill that rises approximately 250 feet over a little less than a mile. Around mile eighteen, runners will go down the same large hill. In between, the course is rolling.

The course is on an asphalt footpath with several road crossings.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: TBD
2026: Saturday, June 20, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 66°F (18°C)
Average High: 75°F (23°C)
Average Low: 56° F (13°C)

PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 94.93
Course Score: 97.23

Race Size

2026: No Results
2025: No Results
2024: 122 Finishers
2023: 120 Finishers
2022: 105 Finishers
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: N/A
2025: N/A
2024: 3.3%
2023: 1.7%
2022: 5.7%
2021: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No




Niagara Ultra Races Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Niagara Ultra Races Marathon was the 29th largest marathon in Canada in 2024 based on the number of finishers. The 2025 marathon ranking is not available because the race was cancelled. Race size gives runners useful context when comparing marathon events, including expected field size, crowd support, and overall race atmosphere.

In 2024, 3.3% of Niagara Ultra Races Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Niagara Ultra Races Marathon ranked 35th among marathons in Canada in 2024. In Ontario, it ranked 14th in 2024.

The Niagara Ultra Races Marathon has a Course Score of 97.23, ranking it as the 29th fastest marathon course in Canada and the 12th fastest marathon course in Ontario.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Niagara Ultra Races Marathon a PR Score of 94.93. The PR Score ranks the Niagara Ultra Races Marathon as the 30th best marathon in Canada for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 12th best marathon for a PR in Ontario.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Niagara Ultra Races Marathon compares with other marathons in Canada and Ontario for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Niagara Ultra Races Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed29th fastest marathon course in Canada
Ranked 12th fastest marathon course in Ontario
Top 94% Nationally#12 of 12 in Ontario
PR Potential30th best marathon for a Personal Record in Canada
Ranked 12th best marathon for a PR in Ontario
Top 97% Nationally#12 of 12 in Ontario

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



Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 596 feet (181m)
Min Elevation: 293 feet (89m)


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Race Reviews


4.0
Based on 1 reviews
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Beautiful run

Full Review:

This course has lots of rolling hills and 1 steep hill which is close to 2 km long so you go up on the way out and down on the way back. The race is smaller but the organizers put on a great event. The course is very scenic as you see the niagara river most of the way and it is a great setup for spectators. I would not recommend this marathon if you are looking to PR or BQ though as the hills really destroy your legs. All said though the area is great and I truly enjoyed the event and would seriously consider it again.

Race Tips:

I would not stress enough to go out at an easy pace, the first 10k are the easiest part of this run and you will need your legs for the last 15 km.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Parking is easy and plentiful. Spectators have lots of spots along the course to see you.
Reviewed by Cliff S. About 2024