Whitefish Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start — fast day potential, big temp swing, chance of rain
A cool 49°F at the start line is ideal for fast times — expect to warm up quickly once you're moving. Temps will climb significantly to 64°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. There's a chance of rain, so have a backup gear plan ready.
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Race Info
The Whitefish Marathon starts and finishes at Depot Park in Whitefish, Montana, with the marathon, half marathon and 5K beginning together before the shorter distances split off. The USATF-certified marathon course was revised in 2023 to reduce overall elevation change over its second half and add views along Whitefish Lake, and it serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. The race has won the Road Runners Club of America's Marathon State Championship designation four times and draws runners from more than 30 states each year. At the 2026 running, Philip Henry of Gillette, Wyoming won the men's marathon in 2:47:14 while Scarlet Kaplan of Whitefish set a women's course record of 3:03:05.
