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Race Overview
Located in La Pointe, Wisconsin, this is a scenic, small-scale destination race that requires taking a ferry from Bayfield, WI, to reach the starting line on Madeline Island. Both the marathon and half marathon start and finish at Joni's Beach.
The USATF-certified marathon is a loop course with a few short out-and-back sections. It primarily consists of paved roadways, though runners will also navigate about 3 to 4 miles of gravel. The race is capped at just 150 runners for the full marathon, giving it an intimate, community-focused feel. It features a 7-hour course limit and is known for its excellent post-race party, which includes a cookout, live music, and local beer.
WikipediaThe USATF-certified marathon is a loop course with a few short out-and-back sections. It primarily consists of paved roadways, though runners will also navigate about 3 to 4 miles of gravel. The race is capped at just 150 runners for the full marathon, giving it an intimate, community-focused feel. It features a 7-hour course limit and is known for its excellent post-race party, which includes a cookout, live music, and local beer.
FAQ
When is the 2027 Madeline Island Marathon?
The 2027 Madeline Island Marathon will be held on Saturday May 22, 2027.
Is the Madeline Island Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualfier?
Yes, the Madeline Island Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.
What is the time limit for the Madeline Island Marathon?
The time limit for the Madeline Island Marathon is 7 hours.
Madeline Island Marathon Weather History
Madeline Island Marathon Weather Averages
Average Temp: 50°, Average Low: 38°, Average High: 59°
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 52° | 54° | 56° | 56° | 56° | 55° | 55° |
| Feel | 52° | 52° | 53° | 54° | 53° | 52° | 53° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 4mph | 8mph | 10mph | 9mph | 11mph | 10mph | 9mph |
| Dew | 41° | 41° | 41° | 40° | 39° | 38° | 39° |
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Madeline Island Marathon 2026
May 16, 2026
Clear conditions throughout the day.
Low: 43°, High: 76°
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp |  67° | 69° | 71° | 73° | 74° | 75° | 76° |
| Feel | 67° | 69° | 71° | 73° | 74° | 75° | 76° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 14mph | 16mph | 20mph | 20mph | 23mph | 21mph | 22mph |
| Dew | 37° | 38° | 37° | 35° | 33° | 30° | 30° |
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Madeline Island Marathon 2025
May 17, 2025
Clear conditions throughout the day with afternoon rain.
Low: 40°, High: 57°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 55° | 55° | 57° | 53° |  56° | 53° | 50° |
| Feel | 55° | 55° | 57° | 53° | 56° | 53° | 50° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | light | - | - |
| Wind | 6mph | 7mph | 10mph | 8mph | 14mph | 9mph | 9mph |
| Dew | 47° | 46° | 46° | 44° | 46° | 41° | 41° |
| RunScore |  | | | | | | |
Madeline Island Marathon 2024
May 18, 2024
Partly cloudy throughout the day.
Low: 42°, High: 72°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 58° | 62° | 69° | 69° | 67° | 62° | 69° |
| Feel | 58° | 62° | 69° | 69° | 67° | 62° | 69° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 1mph | 1mph | 5mph | 5mph | 7mph | 7mph | 4mph |
| Dew | 55° | 58° | 59° | 58° | 56° | 54° | 58° |
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Madeline Island Marathon 2023
May 20, 2023
Clear conditions throughout the day.
Low: 36°, High: 73°
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 60° | 63° | 66° | 68° | 69° | 71° | 71° |
| Feel | 60° | 63° | 66° | 68° | 69° | 71° | 71° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 5mph | 6mph | 5mph | 5mph | 9mph | 10mph | 7mph |
| Dew | 41° | 42° | 42° | 40° | 39° | 39° | 40° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |
Madeline Island Marathon 2022
May 21, 2022
Partly cloudy throughout the day.
Low: 38°, High: 49°
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp |  42° | 45° | 46° | 49° | 47° | 45° | 46° |
| Feel | 42° | 43° | 43° | 46° | 42° | 41° | 42° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 1mph | 4mph | 6mph | 6mph | 11mph | 8mph | 6mph |
| Dew | 32° | 33° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 33° | 33° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |
Madeline Island Marathon 2019
May 18, 2019
Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.
Low: 39°, High: 42°, Heavy Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 39° | 40° | 40° | 41° | 39° | 39° | 40° |
| Feel | 39° | 34° | 34° | 36° | 33° | 32° | 32° |
| Rain | moderate | light | - | - | light | light | light |
| Wind | 0mph | 9mph | 9mph | 7mph | 9mph | 12mph | 13mph |
| Dew | 38° | 39° | 38° | 38° | 37° | 38° | 38° |
| RunScore |  | | | | | | |
Madeline Island Marathon 2018
May 19, 2018
Partly cloudy throughout the day.
Low: 35°, High: 57°
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 54° | 51° | 47° | 45° | 45° | 45° | 46° |
| Feel | 54° | 51° | 42° | 41° | 41° | 43° | 46° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 4mph | 7mph | 11mph | 9mph | 6mph | 4mph | 1mph |
| Dew | 43° | 41° | 40° | 40° | 40° | 41° | 40° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |
Madeline Island Marathon 2017
May 20, 2017
Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with rain.
Low: 32°, High: 48°, Moderate Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 43° | 47° | 48° | 48° | 48° | 47° | 45° |
| Feel | 40° | 42° | 44° | 43° | 42° | 42° | 39° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 6mph | 11mph | 11mph | 13mph | 12mph | 11mph | 11mph |
| Dew | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |