2027 Door County Half Marathon
Door County Half Marathon: a lakeside loop through Peninsula State Park.
Race Date
May 1, 2027
Location
Fish Creek, WI
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, May 1, 2027
- Location
- Fish Creek, Wisconsin
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Now in its 17th edition, the Door County Half Marathon draws around 1,400 runners from 27 states, with a loyal 28% returning each year. The race runs a closed, USATF-certified road course through Peninsula State Park, starting and ending at Nicolet Bay Beach. The route offers stunning views of Lake Michigan and dense forest, with rolling terrain that keeps things interesting without being punishing.
The capped field of 2,000 creates a comfortable, community feel. Eight aid stations keep runners fueled, and the finish line opens into a post-race party with beer and live music. A finisher's medal and the option to run a 5K make it a versatile destination event. Whether you're chasing a PR or a scenic escape, this half marathon delivers a memorable Wisconsin weekend.
Race-provided description
The Door County Half Marathon is run on a closed, USATF-certified road course through Peninsula State Park, starting and ending near Nicolet Bay Beach. The event also includes a Nicolet Bay 5k that finishes at the same line. The race is capped at 2,000 participants and features eight aid stations, a finisher's medal, and a post-race party with beer and live music.
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Forest, Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8517 years running
~1,074 finishers a year
growing or steady
28% returning runners
2 timing sources · 12 photos
runners from 27 states
winner 1:15:14
typical high 53°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
55°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.2"
Precipitation
16 mph
Wind
79%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 Door County Half Marathon?
The 2027 Door County Half Marathon is held on Saturday, May 1, 2027.
Where does the 2027 Door County Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Fish Creek, Wisconsin.
What distances does the 2027 Door County Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2027 Door County Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 Door County Half Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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