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Skagway Marathon

Skagway Marathon, Skagway
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Road runs in United States, Skagway

Distances

  • Running

    Full Marathon

    42.2 km

    Start: Jun 14, 04:00 AM

    55.00 USD

  • Running

    Half Marathon

    21.1 km

    Start: Jun 15, 05:00 AM

    45.00 USD

  • Walking

    Walking Half Marathon

    21.1 km

    Start: Jun 15, 05:00 AM

    35.00 USD

About

Alaska's Toughest Marathon — a scenic, challenging race through Skagway with mountain and historic waterfront views, plus a Half Marathon and Walking Half Marathon.

Catering & aid stations

Water stations and mobile aid stations with water, sports drinks, and light snacks (e.g., oranges, pretzels) along the course; one medical station at mile 6.6.

Pacers

Pacers set target times per start wave listed on the "Renntag für Laufende" page: Full Marathon and Half Marathon start waves with pacer flags; finish by 14:00 to avoid DNF.

Results

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Surface mix

  • 100% asphalt

Typical weather in Skagway

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan15°
08:48
15:35
Feb15°
07:40
16:53
Mar17°10°
07:17
19:05
Apr27°20°
05:45
20:19
May37°29°
04:26
21:32
Jun47°37°
03:43
22:24
Jul51°42°
04:11
22:06
Aug50°42°
05:20
20:54
Sep41°34°
06:32
19:23
Oct29°23°
07:42
17:54
Nov19°12°
08:00
15:35
Dec15°
08:57
14:59

Weather data by Open-Meteo

Route maps

What's included in entry

  • Custom Skagway Marathon T‑shirt
  • Hand‑cast bronze finisher’s medal

Prices & signup

  • Full Marathon55.00 USD
  • Half Marathon45.00 USD
  • Walking Half Marathon35.00 USD

FAQ

Can I register on race day?

No, there is no race day registration. Online registration closes Wednesday, June 10 at 23:59 Alaska time; late in-person registration is available Friday, June 12, 5pm–7pm at Dedman Stage ($60).

Is there a time limit?

Yes; Full Marathon has 6 hours, Half Marathon 5 hours. Course closes at 14:00.

Can my time qualify for Boston?

Past years have been accepted, but the modified 2021 course does not currently qualify times for Boston.

Where can I pick up my packet?

Packet pickup is the evening before race day; no race day pickup. Bring your ID and Registration ID. Friends can join a packet pickup group via MyEvents.

Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:54:05 PM

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