Bay Of Fundy International Marathon 21 June (USA Site) 2026
The Bay of Fundy International Marathon is scheduled for June 21, 2026, spanning the coastal landscapes of Lubec, Maine, and Campobello Island, Canada. Participants can expect a scenic adventure through the easternmost point of the USA, featuring the world-famous tidal ranges of the Bay of Fundy. In late June, weather in the Lubec area is typically mild and temperate, though runners should prepare for coastal breezes and variable humidity common to the maritime climate. This unique cross-border event offers a mix of road and mixed-terrain running, providing an "honest" challenge through rolling hills and ocean views.
What race distances are available?
- →Marathon (42.2 km)
- →Half Marathon (21.1 km)
- →10K (6.2 miles)
What are the details for the Marathon course?
The Marathon is a road race that utilizes a combination of point-to-point and out-and-back sections.
- →Route: Starts at West Quoddy Head Lighthouse, runs through Lubec, crosses the FDR International Bridge into Canada, proceeds as an out-and-back toward Head Harbour Lighthouse, and finishes on Water Street in Lubec.
- →Elevation: Approximately 1,600 ft (488 m) of gain, characterized by constant rolling coastal hills.
- →Cut-off Times: 6 hours for the regular start and 7 hours for the early start.
- →Note: This is considered an "honest marathon" due to the cumulative fatigue from rolling terrain and wind exposure.
What are the details for the Half Marathon course?
The Half Marathon offers a unique hybrid experience featuring both road and dirt sections.
- →Terrain: Mixed-terrain consisting of road and approximately 7.7 km of dirt road.
- →Route: Starts at West Quoddy Head Lighthouse, crosses the FDR Bridge into Canada, completes a loop inside Roosevelt Campobello International Park, and returns to finish in Lubec.
- →Elevation: Approximately 574 ft (175 m).
- →Cut-off Time: 4 hours.
What are the details for the 10K course?
The 10K is a road-only event located entirely within the United States.
- →Route: Starts at West Quoddy Head Lighthouse and finishes at the downtown Lubec waterfront.
- →Terrain/Elevation: Features a downhill start, a mostly flat middle section, and small rollers with a short, sharp hill near the finish.
- →Cut-off Time: 2 hours.
What are the international border requirements for runners?
Because the Marathon and Half Marathon involve crossing from the USA into Canada, specific logistics apply:
- →Documentation: All Marathon and Half Marathon runners must possess a valid passport or official travel document.
- →Border Clearance: Clearance is handled during the bib pickup process rather than at physical stops during the race.
- →Race Day: Runners will be waved through the border during the event.
- →Verification: Document verification is required at both the USA and Canada sides during bib pickup.
- →Note: The 10K course does not require a border crossing.
What aid and support services are provided on the course?
- →Aid Stations: Located every 3.2 km (2 miles).
- →Nutrition: The Marathon includes dedicated GU gel stations at approximately mile 11.5 and mile 16.
- →Bag Drop: Small soft bags are permitted for bag drop services.
- →Transportation: Shuttle buses are required to reach the starting line as there is no private vehicle access to the start.
What is the current registration status?
- →Marathon: Almost full (limited spots remaining).
- →Half Marathon: Sold out (waitlist and charity entries available).
- →10K: Sold out (waitlist available).
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