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When
Sunday, November 8th, 2026
Where
8774 Lake St. Port Austin, Port Austin MI
Distances
Marathon · Half · 5K
Typical weather
38–49°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
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2025
35–42°F
dry
2024
45–54°F
dry
2023
36–40°F
rain
2022
38–47°F
dry
2021
46–60°F
dry
2020
51–71°F
dry
2019
26–31°F
dry
2018
35–39°F
dry
2017
30–42°F
dry
2016
49–55°F
dry
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About this race
Rock CF Thumb Coast Marathon, Half Marathon &: 5K – November 8, 2026
Event Overview
- Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Location: 8774 Lake St. Port Austin, Port Austin, MI
- Course: Flat, fast, fully paved, USATF-certified
- Boston Qualifier: The Marathon is a Boston Qualifier
Pacing and Support
- Pace Teams: Both the Marathon and Half will include pace teams from Beast Pacing
- Goal-Oriented: Designed to help you hit your goals
- Starting Point: The race starts in Caseville
- Finish Line: Concludes in downtown Port Austin
Why Participate?
- Speed: Perfect combination of speed, scenery, and charm
- PR Opportunities: Ideal for those chasing a personal record
- First-Time Runners: Great for those running their first race
- Race-Cation: Perfect for planning a fall race-cation
More Information
- Registration: Visit the official race page at Rock CF Thumb Coast Marathon
Course map
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