Ely Marathon
Ely, United States of America · Monday 20 September 2027
The event is a marathon held in Ely, Minnesota, recognized as a USATF-certified and Boston Marathon qualifying race. The course begins on the North Arm of Burntside Lake, follows the historic Echo Trail, passes near Shagawa Lake, and features a brief loop around Miner's Lake before ending in downtown Ely. This route takes participants through north woods landscapes typical of northern Minnesota.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:12:42
Time difference: +12.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain384m
Elevation High458m
Elevation Low402m
Weather Forecast
High24°C
Low6°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Ely Marathon?
Difficultharder than 69% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Ely Marathon plays about 14 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #361 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #198 of 576 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Ely Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Ely Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:04:56 | +04:56 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:38:37 | +08:37 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:12:42 | +12:42 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:47:09 | +17:09 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:21:57 | +21:57 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:57:04 | +27:04 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:32:30 | +32:30 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Ely Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Ely Marathon is a full marathon held in Ely, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 20 September 2027. The course is run on road surface with 384m of total climbing, with its high point near 458m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Ely Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 384m of total climbing, rising to around 458m above sea level. It pays to train on hills and to pace the climbs conservatively.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 6°C and 24°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Ely Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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