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Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run

Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run

Race Date

May 22, 2026

Location

Traverse City, MI

The Experience

Celebrating its 44th Anniversary, the Bayshore Marathon has become a “must run” for runners throughout the Midwest and beyond. Many runners return year after year to enjoy the scenic courses which run along the shores of beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. Hosted by Traverse City Track Club, Bayshore features a 10K, half marathon a full marathon, and a kids 1.2 mile fun run. The number of runners in all three races is limited to ensure a more enjoyable experience. Traverse City Track Club uses proceeds from Bayshore to sponsor many running and health related activities in and around Northwest Michigan.

Logistics

Race Day

Friday, May 22, 2026

Start Time

7:30 AM

Giveaway

Short-Sleeve Tech Shirt

Start Location

1150 Milliken Dr., Traverse City, MI, 49686

Directions

Course Info

USATF Certified

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

+0.43 m

Separation

67.0%

Also Offers

26.2 Miles6.2 Miles1.2 MilesVIP ExperienceVirtual Training ProgramParking Pass - Half Marathon Start

USATF Certified Course

MI25031MN · 2026 Bayshore Half Marathon

Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Point-to-point course layout.

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

50°

Afternoon (High)

67°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

69%

Humidity

Race Photos

Historical Finish Time Distribution

19,518 finishers across 7 years

1:005:10

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