Whistlestop Marathon

Ashland, WI, USAOctober 11, 2025

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Join us on our beautiful marathon course that begins in Iron River, Wisconsin and finishes in Ashland, Wisconsin on Lake Superior’s south shore. The scenic fall backdrop will surround you as you run on a gradual decline towards the finish line in Ashland. Our fall marathon offers you spectacular views of the countryside, fall colors, and the most fun- friendly aid stations. It’s easy to see why the WhistleStop is the Upper Midwest’s best fall classic. Maybe you are trying to qualify for Boston, or you might be hoping for that Personal Record, or this may be a first long-distance event for you. Regardless the reason, the race staff, along, with our volunteer team, are here to support you from the start-line to the finish-line and thank you for choosing the WhistleStop Marathon!! We know you will feel the warm hospitality from our businesses and residents as you embark on the most Scenic, Fun, Fall Marathon, with the best volunteers! Source

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FAQ

When is the 2025 Whistlestop Marathon?

The 2025 Whistlestop Marathon will be held on Saturday October 11, 2025.

Is the Whistlestop Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualfier?

Yes, the Whistlestop Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

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Historical Weather

RunScore
Run Score: 7
Temp
54°F
Min/Max
43°/54°F
Dew
42°F
Days of Rain
4/10
Wind
12mph
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YearConditionsLow / HighRainRunScoreResults
2024
cloudy
45°/ 53°Light
Run Score: 8
2023
rain
46°/ 50°Light
Run Score: 7
2022
snow
33°/ 39°Light
Run Score: 6
2021
partly-cloudy-day
58°/ 76°Light
Run Score: 8
2019
cloudy
33°/ 36°-
Run Score: 5
2018
cloudy
34°/ 49°-
Run Score: 6
2017
clear-day
36°/ 56°-
Run Score: 8
2016
cloudy
61°/ 65°-
Run Score: 7
2015
clear-day
48°/ 66°-
Run Score: 7
2014
clear-day
36°/ 55°-
Run Score: 8