Waugoshance Trail Marathon
Race Day Weather
Mild start, warm finish ahead
Runners will face a mild start at 61°F, gradually warming to 73°F by the finish. With a light wind from the WSW, conditions will be generally favorable, but humidity at 64% might necessitate hydration adjustments. The early miles will benefit from a tailwind, especially through the flat stretches, while the final miles may introduce a headwind, prompting a conservative approach as temperatures rise.
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Race Info
The course follows a remarkable section of the North Country Trail that travels from Cross Village to Mackinaw City in the far northwestern region of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. The course features over 90% single track and includes rolling bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan, coastal forests, inland wilderness lakes. The 50K also includes a five mile section of the tranquil Sturgeon Bay Trail. The half marathon starts near Goose Pond in Wilderness State Park. Source
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2026 |  | 57°/83° | - | 59° | |
2025 |  | 69°/77° | Moderate | 68° | |
2024 |  | 63°/86° | - | 62° | |
2023 | | 64°/76° | Light | 65° |