Sugarloaf Marathon 2026, May 17 | Carrabassett Valley

Sugarloaf Marathon 2026, map centered on Carrabassett Valley

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Information about Sugarloaf Marathon 2026

Event name:Sugarloaf Marathon 2026
Date and Time:Sun, May 17, 2026
City:Carrabassett Valley
c/o:Cathedral Pines Campground
State:Maine
Country:United States
Latitude and Longitude:45.189301 / -70.462501
About the event:The Sugarloaf Marathon, a Boston Marathon qualifier, draws global runners to scenic Western Maine. Certified by USATF, it’s one of the nation's fastest courses, with a 1,500-runner limit.

The Sugarloaf Marathon is an official qualifier for the Boston Marathon. We are certified by the United States Track and Field Association (USATF) as an official sanctioned event. Over the years, the Sugarloaf Marathon has gained immense popularity among running enthusiasts from around the world. In 2018, 30.1% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon, making Sugarloaf the fastest course in Maine and one of the top in the nation—marathon runners continue to record personal-best times while running this course.

With a strict limit of 1,500 participants, this race is expected to sell out quickly.

Located in the mountains of Western Maine, the Sugarloaf Marathon follows scenic Route 27 as it passes by the Bigelow Mountain range and follows alongside the Carrabassett River. The course starts in the town of Eustis, traveling through Carrabassett Valley, and finishes in the town of Kingfield. The first 5 miles of the race are relatively flat, as miles 5-10 consist of rolling hills with a steady two-mile climb at mile 8. The last 16 miles have a gradual descent with an elevation loss of 980 feet.
Aid stations:Aid Stations with water and Gatorade (mixed 1/2 strength) and first aid supplies will be available at all 17 water stops. The course has been recently been homologated and the exact mileage of each aid station will be listed soon.

In the interest of safety, wheelchairs, baby joggers, bicycles, dogs, and car escorts are not permitted.
Virtual Race?No
Trail?No
Cross country?No
Multi-stage event?No
Website:www.sugarloaf.com/events/marathon
Facebook:facebook.com/sugarloaf
Instagram:instagram.com/sugarloafmountain
X/Twitter:twitter.com/SugarloafMaine
Flier:Not available

Sugarloaf Marathon 2026 route

Race 1 - 42.2 km

Marathon 42.2 km / 26.2 mi Not available

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Race 2 - 15 km

Competitive race 15 km / 9.3 mi Not available

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