
Gladstone, United States of America · Saturday 6 June 2026
The course features an out-and-back design that is mostly flat and run entirely on paved roads, making it accessible to a wide range of participants. The route begins and ends at the waterfront Terrace Bay Hotel in Gladstone, Michigan, following the scenic shoreline of Little Bay de Noc. Runners head north along a non-motorized pathway, which closely parallels the Lake Michigan shoreline, providing continuous vistas of the bay and open water. Key stretches pass through Van Cleve Park and the nor
Adjusted Time
3:56:14
Time difference: -3.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
MISH Waterfront Marathon is a full marathon held in Gladstone, United States of America, scheduled for Saturday 6 June 2026. The course is run on road surface with 103m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 188m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official MISH Waterfront Marathon website.
With 103m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 177m to 188m above sea level (11m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Based on historical weather data for June, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 10°C and 21°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
MISH Waterfront Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for MISH Waterfront Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
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