Course Map
Route based on 2022 course — may differ slightly from this year.
About this Race
Grandma's Marathon is a beloved point-to-point race in Duluth, Minnesota, tracing the rugged North Shore of Lake Superior on a gently net-downhill route toward the harbor city finish. The scenic lakeside course is fast by profile and draws a dedicated field to one of the Midwest's most cherished running traditions. Held in June, conditions can swing from cool and ideal to unexpectedly warm along the exposed shoreline. The gentle descent rewards confident pacing, with the lake providing the scenery rather than dense crowds. It suits runners who want a fast, scenic summer race with a strong sense of place and Midwestern warmth.
Course Insight
Eugene is TrackTown USA, a flat, fast spring marathon along the river paths that finishes on the hallowed track at Hayward Field, a goosebump close for any runner. The level terrain makes it a genuine personal-best course, so the discipline is your own early on. Mild spring air suits quick running. The riverside route is smooth and rhythm-friendly. Pace it evenly and earn that final lap on the track.
Difficulty Breakdown
A fast, runner-friendly course.
Course Details
- Course type
- Loop
- Elevation gain
- 127m
- Elevation loss
- 133m
- Highest point
- 163m
- Lowest point
- 120m
- Net drop
- -6m
- Start
- Outside Hayward Field on Agate Street
- Cutoff time
- 7h 0m
Race History
The Eugene Marathon was first held in 2007 in the heart of TrackTown USA, the storied Oregon home of American distance running, finishing on the hallowed track of Hayward Field. Its flat, fast course quickly made it a renowned Boston-qualifying target. From its founding it grew into a beloved destination steeped in running history. Held each spring, it draws a field to the running mecca.
Plan Your Trip
Everything you need to know to get there, get settled, and get to the start line.
- Nearest airport(s)
- Eugene (EUG), Portland (PDX)
- Best area to stay
- Downtown for proximity to the route and the Hayward Field finish, the campus area for value stays, and the riverfront for scenic options.
- Getting to the start
- The start is near downtown/the campus; walk from downtown hotels or take a short ride, with the finish at Hayward Field.