Bay of Fundy International Marathon
The Bay of Fundy International Marathon spans two countries and features a unique lighthouse start.
Race Date
Jun 21, 2026
Location
Lubec, ME
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Location
- Lubec, Maine
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 1,362
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Bay of Fundy International Marathon offers a truly international running experience, starting at the iconic West Quoddy Head Lighthouse in Maine and traversing into Canada before returning to the USA. This unique point-to-point course, with a net elevation drop, is USATF certified and known for its potential for fast times.
Runners can expect a scenic journey, with the 10k also beginning at the lighthouse and finishing in Lubec. While the median field size is around 249 finishers, the race draws participants from approximately 27 states, highlighting its appeal as a destination event. The typical race-day weather is cool and crisp, making for comfortable running conditions.
Race-provided description
An international running experience; USA to Canada and back Marathon, Half Marathon without stopping at the border. Event weekend also includes a 10k from West Quoddy Head Lighthouse to the heart of Lubec.
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal, Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+1.37 m
Separation
25.5%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
ME25009JK · Bay of Fundy International Half Marathon
Net downhill course — fast finishing times are common.
Course Map
3 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Solid Pick556 years running
~249 finishers a year
shrinking
0% returning runners
USATF certified · 3 timing sources · 9 photos
runners from 27 states
winner 1:30:52
typical high 67°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
54°
Afternoon (High)
67°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
85%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,362 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1,362
Median time
2:16:42
Latest turnout
183
States
38
Turnout by year
2015–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Bay of Fundy International Marathon?
The Bay of Fundy International Marathon is held on Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Where does the Bay of Fundy International Marathon take place?
It takes place in Lubec, Maine.
What distances does the Bay of Fundy International Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M.
Is the Bay of Fundy International Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Bay of Fundy International Marathon is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Bay of Fundy International Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,362 runners who have completed the Bay of Fundy International Marathon.
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