Course & Elevation
A scenic point-to-point course running from Two Harbors through the North Shore along Lake Superior, finishing in downtown Duluth. The route features gentle rolling hills with stunning views of the lake and surrounding forests throughout, making it one of the most scenic marathons in the Midwest.
Course Facts
Distance 42.195 km
Elevation Gain 244 m
Surface road
Profile Rolling
Weather on Race Day
19°C
Temperature
65%
Humidity
35%
Rain Chance
Early summer conditions with mild temperatures and refreshing lake breezes. Occasionally cool mornings warming into pleasant afternoons, ideal for distance running.
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