Umstead Trail Marathon

Raleigh, NC, USAMarch 1, 2025

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All 26.2 miles of the marathon will be run within the borders of William B. Umstead State Park, a five-thousand-acre tract of dense woods, lakes, streams, hills. The course consists of a mix of technical single-track, and fine gravel bridle trails. The route is scenic and hilly. Runners will enjoy well stocked aid stations, amazing volunteers, and food at the finish. All runners will receive a t-shirt and a pint glass finishers award. Top 15 male and female finishers receive a unique handcrafted prize All proceeds benefit the Umstead State Park and Carolina and the Godiva Track Club. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2025 Umstead Trail Marathon?

The 2025 Umstead Trail Marathon will be held on Saturday March 1, 2025.

Is the Umstead Trail Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualfier?

No, the Umstead Trail Marathon is NOT a Boston Marathon qualifier.

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Historical Weather

RunScore
Run Score: 8
Temp
59°F
Min/Max
43°/60°F
Dew
34°F
Days of Rain
4/16
Wind
8mph
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YearConditionsLow / HighRainRunScoreResults
2024
rain
54°/ 65°Light
Run Score: 9
2023
clear-day
61°/ 65°-
Run Score: 8
2020
partly-cloudy-day
39°/ 53°-
Run Score: 8
2019
cloudy
38°/ 54°-
Run Score: 8
2018
clear-day
35°/ 54°-
Run Score: 8
2017
clear-day
26°/ 51°-
Run Score: 8
2016
cloudy
37°/ 51°-
Run Score: 8
2014
cloudy
31°/ 50°-
Run Score: 8
2013
partly-cloudy-day
28°/ 47°-
Run Score: 8
2012
rain
58°/ 61°Light
Run Score: 8
2011
cloudy
43°/ 67°-
Run Score: 8
2010
partly-cloudy-day
30°/ 54°-
Run Score: 8
2009
partly-cloudy-day
50°/ 79°-
Run Score: 8
2008
rain
57°/ 65°Light
Run Score: 6
2007
partly-cloudy-day
39°/ 70°-
Run Score: 8
2006
fog
56°/ 80°Light
Run Score: 8