Madeline Island Marathon

MAY
16
2026
Run the scenic Madeline Island Marathon or Half Marathon on the Apostle Islands with loop and out and back courses over paved roads and packed gravel. Limited fields and Boston qualifier status make this a sought after island race.
Sat 16 May 2026
Marathon Half Marathon

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Event overview

The Madeline Island Marathon and Half Marathon will take place on May 16, 2026, on Madeline Island in the Apostle Islands of Wisconsin. The event uses a common start and finish for both races and is set near 668 Fort Rd, La Pointe, WI 54850, USA.

Race details

  • Marathon
  • Half-marathon

Both courses are loop courses with out-and-back portions. Surfaces are mostly paved with small sections of packed gravel. Both courses are USATF certified, and the marathon is a Boston Qualifier. Registration for 2026 is limited to 150 marathon entries and 350 half-marathon entries; both races are expected to fill to capacity.

Registration and fees

Registration fees listed for the event are inclusive of mandatory charges. Posted fees are:

  • Marathon: $130.38
  • Half-marathon: $103.63

The registration period shown runs from Sep 29 to May 15.

Logistics and fundraising

The event website provides course maps, lodging details, and ferry information to the island. A fundraising effort for the Ashwabay Outdoor Education Foundation is listed, showing $490.79 raised toward a $1,000 goal (49%). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.