Prince of Wales Island Marathon
Craig, United States of America · Sunday 23 May 2027
Runners tackling this event encounter a very hilly out-and-back course with a total elevation gain and loss of approximately 2,108 feet (642 meters), making it notably demanding for both experienced marathoners and beginners. The race begins and ends at Craig High School, set at the base of Sunnahae Mountain, and follows roads along the Klawock Channel of Alaska's Inside Passage, continuing into the Big Salt Lake Highway area.
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Adjusted Time
4:23:49
Time difference: +23.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain643m
Elevation High115m
Elevation Low1m
Weather Forecast
High23°C
Low2°C
Chance of Rain2%
How hard is Prince of Wales Island Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 79% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Prince of Wales Island Marathon plays about 22 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #241 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #135 of 575 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 Prince of Wales Island 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 Prince of Wales Island Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:10:36 | +10:36 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:46:51 | +16:51 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:23:49 | +23:49 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:01:27 | +31:27 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:39:41 | +39:41 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:18:31 | +48:31 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:57:53 | +57:53 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Prince of Wales Island Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Prince of Wales Island Marathon is a full marathon held in Craig, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 23 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 643m of total climbing, with its high point near 115m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Prince of Wales Island Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very challenging course with 643m of total climbing - well above the average road marathon - topping out around 115m above sea level. Hill training is essential, and you should expect a slower finish time than on a flat course.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 2°C to 23°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (2%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Prince of Wales Island 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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