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Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition

Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition

Whitefish Half Marathon delivers mountain views, fast times, and a party finish.

Race Date

May 22, 2027

Location

Whitefish, MT

Runner Favorite88

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, May 22, 2027
Location
Whitefish, Montana
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
4,389

Highlights

Good For

Destination WorthyPR Friendly

Atmosphere

Big Crowd EnergyParty FinishGreat Post RaceGreat Swag

Course

Scenic Route

The Experience

The Whitefish Half Marathon, now in its 15th edition, has grown to over 1,200 recent finishers, with runners from 41 states and a loyal 21% who return year after year. Starting from Depot Park, the course offers sweeping views of the Montana mountains, with Glacier National Park just beyond—a true runcation setting.

The half marathon shares the first 13 miles with the marathon on a fast, scenic course through this top-50 small town. The route is well-supported and strategically designed to start and finish at the same point, creating a lively, community-driven atmosphere.

At the finish, a large post-race party in Depot Park awaits, complete with food, festivities, and the official event shirt. With a typical winning time around 68 minutes and the event sold out three years running, the Whitefish Half Marathon delivers both speed and stunning scenery.

Race-provided description

A 4-time winner of the Road Runners Club of America Marathon State Championship designation, the Whitefish Marathon has become one of the largest marathons in Montana.  Over 2,400 participants are expected in 2027. The event distances have sold out three years in a row.  All race distances (marathon, half marathon and 5K) start together at 8:00 AM in Depot Park and finish at the same finish line.  The 5K course splits from the marathon and half just after mile one.  The marathon and half run the first 13 miles together and split at mile 13 providing a large post-race party in Depot Park.    The city of Whitefish was chosen as one of the top-50 small towns to visit by TripAdvisor.  Located just outside Glacier National Park, all three distances get a view of the beautiful mountains in the distance.  The courses have been strategically developed to start and finish through the same finish line in Depot Park.  Over 30+ states have been represented each year since 2021.  It has become a 'runcation' for most with beautiful views at every turn.  Stay the weekend and enjoy special rates from our hotel partners and visit Big Mountain Resort and Glacier National Park.   Checkout the video on our Facebook home page to see what we are about.  Thanks you for running with us and visiting Whitefish!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, May 22, 2027

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

Official Event Shirt

Start Location

Depot Park, Whitefish, MT, 59937

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Mountain, Small Town

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

26.2 Miles3.1 Miles

Quality Score

Runner Favorite88
Methodology
Heritage20/20

15 years running

Size15/15

~1,033 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty20/20

21% returning runners

Course & details6/15

6 timing sources · 10 photos

National draw9/10

runners from 41 states

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 1:08:00

Weather8/10

typical high 61°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

40°

Afternoon (High)

62°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

63%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 4,389 finishers actually crossed the line across 15 years.

Most recent

2026

Total finishers

4,389

Median time

2:12:30

Latest turnout

632

States

49

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:05p50 median ≈ 2:104:20

Turnout by year

20182026

'18'19'21'22'23'24'25'26
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition?

The Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition is held on Saturday, May 22, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition take place?

It takes place in Whitefish, Montana.

What distances does the Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles.

Is the Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition course flat and good for a PR?

The Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition?

HalfRuns has finish records for 4,389 runners who have completed the Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition.

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