Bearfest Marathon
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Bearfest Marathon in Wrangell, Alaska
The Bearfest Marathon is part of Alaska Bearfest, a community festival held in Wrangell in Southeast Alaska. The festival takes place in the Tongass National Forest region, surrounded by mountain peaks, temperate rainforest and glaciers. The area is home to both black and brown bears and is shaped by the tidal rhythms and returning salmon runs.
Bearfest is dedicated to bears and related cultural and educational programs. The festival program includes symposiums, cultural events, art and photo workshops, fine dining events, and a marathon among other activities. For 2026, Bearfest is scheduled from August 6 through August 9; the dates for the marathon are part of the festival schedule.
The description above focuses on setting and program elements rather than competitive details. Specific course layout, distance options, entry requirements, aid stations and timing information are not provided in the available material. The event is presented as a local nonprofit activity organized by Alaska Bearfest Inc, which emphasizes education about bears and community programming tied to the natural and cultural history of Wrangell. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.