North Country Trail Marathon
Race Day Weather
Mild temps, moderate wind challenges
Runners will face temperatures starting at 63°F, gradually rising to 68°F by the finish. Winds will be moderate at 17 mph from the W, creating a mix of headwind, tailwind, and crosswind throughout the course. With humidity at 74%, pacing adjustments are recommended to avoid fatigue in the later laps. Runners should stay hydrated and be prepared for the rolling terrain.
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Race Info
The North Country Trail Marathon is run on Saturday of the North Country Trail Run weekend near Wellston, Michigan, in the Manistee National Forest. The 26.2-mile course is mostly single-track with about 4,300 feet of climbing: a steep hill around mile 4, a long climb around mile 15, and a stretch of old rail bed through pines. Miles 20 to 24 are hilly and wooded, and the finish comes after a sandy downhill.
