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Minocqua, WI
Sunday, May 24, 2026
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Race Dates
2027: TBDCourse Information
Profile: Mostly FlatRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 57°F (13°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 98.76Race Size
2026: No ResultsBQ Percentages
2026: N/AMiscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: Yes
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 71°F (22°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
54°F (12°C) |
PR Score |
97.54 |
Course Score |
98.26 |
The Northwoods Escape Marathon was the 447th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 438th largest marathon in the U.S..
In 2025, 8.3% of Northwoods Escape Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 8.5% of finishers qualified for Boston.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Northwoods Escape Marathon ranked 179th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 193rd in 2024. In Wisconsin, it ranked 10th in 2025 and 14th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.
The Northwoods Escape Marathon has a Course Score of 98.76, ranking it as the 265th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 11th fastest marathon course in Wisconsin.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Northwoods Escape Marathon a PR Score of 98.76. The PR Score ranks the Northwoods Escape Marathon as the 203rd best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 7th best marathon for a PR in Wisconsin.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Northwoods Escape Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Wisconsin for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 1646 feet (501m)
Min Elevation: 1512 feet (460m)
Elevation Gain: 546 feet (166m)
Elevation Loss: 546 feet (166m)
Course updated 05/13/2026
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