Bay Of Fundy International Marathon 2026

The Bay Of Fundy International Marathon 2026 takes place on June 21, 2026, offering a unique international running experience starting at the West Quoddy Head Lighthouse in Lubec, Maine, and traversing into Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada. Participants can expect a scenic coastal route through the most easterly point in the USA, featuring rolling terrain and ocean views. Weather in the Welshpool and Lubec area during late June typically features mild temperatures ranging from 10°C to 18°C (50°F to 65°F), though coastal fog and breezy conditions are common.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Marathon: 42.2 km (26.2 miles) – A USATF and Athletics Canada certified road course featuring a combination of point-to-point and out-and-back sections.
• →Half Marathon: 21.1 km (13.1 miles) – A USATF and Athletics Canada certified course consisting of road and 7.7 km of dirt road through Roosevelt Campobello International Park.
• →10 km: A road course located entirely within the USA.

What are the start times and time limits for the races?

• →Marathon: Regular start at 6:30 a.m. ET / 7:30 a.m. AT with a 6-hour time limit. An early start is available for those running >6 hours at 5:30 a.m. ET / 6:30 a.m. AT with a 7-hour time limit.
• →Half Marathon: Starts at 8:45 a.m. ET with a 4-hour time limit (18:20 min/mile or 11:24 min/km).
• →10 km: Starts at the lighthouse with a 2-hour time limit (20:00 min/mile or 12:26 min/km).

How does the international border crossing work for the marathon and half marathon?

• →Runners in the marathon and half marathon will cross the US–Canada border via the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Bridge.
• →There is no pause at the border stations; the crossing is continuous.
• →All participants must pre-clear both US and Canadian border agencies on the Friday or Saturday prior to the race.
• →Race bibs must be clearly visible at all times during the border crossing and serve as valid identification for the border during the race.
• →Passport or travel document information must be provided during registration.

What is the course profile for each distance?

• →Marathon: A paved, rolling coastal course with approximately 1,600 feet (488 m) of cumulative elevation gain.
• →Half Marathon: A mixed-terrain course with approximately 574 feet (175 m) of gain, including 4.8 miles (7.7 km) of dirt road.
• →10 km: A mostly flat and smooth point-to-point coastal road that starts slightly downhill, ending with a gentle up-and-down and a short, sharp hill before the finish.

What amenities and services are provided for runners?

• →Gear Check: One small soft bag per runner can be checked at the start and will be transported to the finish area in Lubec. Please note that bags are not provided by the event.
• →Shuttle Service: Shuttle buses provide transportation from Lubec School to the West Quoddy Head start line, and post-race shuttles run from the Lubec Post Office back to the school.

Where can I view the official course maps and certifications?

• →Marathon Course Map: MapMyRun ↗
• →Marathon USATF Certificate: Google Drive ↗
• →Marathon Athletics Canada Certificate: Athletics Canada ↗
• →Half Marathon Course Map: MapMyRun ↗
• →Half Marathon USATF Certificate: Google Drive ↗
• →Half Marathon Athletics Canada Certificate: Athletics Canada ↗
• →10 km Course Map: MapMyRun ↗