Bay of Fundy International Marathon
| Bay of Fundy International Marathon | |
|---|---|
| Date | June |
| Location | Lubec, Maine, United States |
| Event type | Road |
| Distance | Marathon |
| Established | 2013 |
| Official site | Bay of Fundy Marathon |
The Bay of Fundy International Marathon is a marathon between Lubec, Maine, United States and Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada. A 10K is also organized alongside the marathon. The 10K takes place entirely within Lubec.[1]
The race begins at West Quoddy Head Lighthouse, which is the eastern most point in the United States. Runners cross the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Bridge connecting Maine to New Brunswick and run until they reach Head Harbour Lighthouse (East Quoddy Lighthouse), at which time the runners turn around and return to Lubec.[1]
The first marathon was run in 2013. It included over 500 registered runners and was held in June. The race provided significant economic benefits to the area. The 2014 edition featured fewer runners (286 total). The organizers attributed the decrease to the "Boston effect" whereas marathon runners chose other marathons in run in order to qualify for the 2014 Boston Marathon.[1]
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References
- 1 2 3 Cox, Tim (June 11, 2014). "Bay of Fundy International Marathon runners to flock Down East". Bangor Daily News. Retrieved 15 June 2014.