In 11 days · Sun, Sep 6, 2026
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When
Sunday, September 6th, 2026
Where
121 Front St, Minocqua WI
Distances
Marathon · Half · 5K
Typical weather
54–69°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
44–56°F
rain
2024
47–57°F
dry
2023
55–71°F
rain
2022
51–72°F
dry
2021
52–69°F
dry
2020
54–71°F
dry
2019
55–66°F
rain
2018
53–67°F
dry
2017
48–55°F
rain
2016
67–76°F
rain
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Sep 6
Cloudy · 44–62°F
Sunday, Sep 6starts near 44°F · 26% chance of rain · wind up to 11 mph
About this race
Event Date
- Date: Sunday, Sept 6, 2026
Course Information
- Location: Bearskin trail, starting downtown Minocqua
- Finish: Trestle in Minocqua
Registration and Packet Pickup
- In-Person Pickup: Until Saturday, Sept 5 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm
- Sunday Pickup: Sept 6, from 5:00 am to 7:45 am
- Location: American Legion, downtown Minocqua, 121 W Front St
Start Times
- Early Marathon Start: 6:00 am by special arrangement
- Marathon Start Time: 7:00 am
- Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 am
- 5K Start Time: 8:00 am
Additional Information
- Course Type: Out and back
- Eligibility: All runners welcome, from novices to veterans
- BQ Certification: Certification # WI22019DM
- Beneficiary: Local Cub Scout Pack 564 managing the 7 & 19 mile water station
Special Notes
- Early Start: Check the box on the registration form for early start
- Super Early Start: Available at 5:00 am by special arrangement: headlamp recommended due to darkness on the trail.
More Details
- Simplicity: Affordable and focused on the race
- Registration Link: No Frills Marathon Registration
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