Salmon Marathon
Race Day Weather
Comfortable conditions, steady performance
Runners will face a temperature rise from 49°F to 74°F throughout the race. Winds will remain light at 6 mph, and humidity will be low at 36%. As temperatures climb, runners should adjust their pace accordingly and ensure proper hydration to maintain performance.
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Race Info
The Salmon Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier that starts in Tendoy, Idaho and finishes in Salmon along the Lemhi and Salmon Rivers. Roughly 21 miles of the point-to-point course run on dirt and gravel road, with the final five miles paved into town. The half marathon starts separately near Baker, Idaho, joining the same finish. The course drops about 929 feet net from start to finish, including two short climbs near mile 7 and the halfway point.