Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming trend ahead
Runners will face a chilly start at 29°F, warming to a pleasant 65°F by the finish. Wind will be from the WSW at 13 mph, providing a mild headwind throughout. With low humidity at 41%, hydration strategies should remain conservative, but runners should adjust pacing as temperatures rise.
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Race Info
The Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes Marathon is a highly-rated, volunteer-organized race set in the scenic North Woods of Nisswa, Minnesota.
The course is a paved double loop that winds past beautiful cabin-lined lakes and pine forests. It is known for being very runner-friendly, featuring a mostly flat and fast elevation profile alongside consistently cool spring temperatures.
Beyond the full marathon, it has a festive community atmosphere all weekend, with all proceeds going to support local charities and non-profits in the Brainerd Lakes area. Source
