The 13.1 mile course blends points of interest within the City of Thunder Bay with the natural beauty of Lake Superior.  The course combines urban, park, and residential settings into a unique experience for the race participants  along with many opportunities for spectators to see their favorite athletes.

The race will start and finish at Marina Park in the Citys north core.  The park will serve as both the pre-race staging area as well as a gathering place with family and friends after the event.
 
The course section around Boulevard Lake Park and Centennial Park includes tranquil forested areas, beautiful lake views, and terrain to challenge all levels of participants.  Runners will also be treated to a spectacular view of the Sleeping Giant on their sprint to the finish.

Marathon participants will circle the route twice and half-marathoners once.

Thunder Bay Marathon - Miles with the Giant

Post-Race Review/ Results

The defending Thunder Bay Marathon champion had loose shoelaces during the marathon and it was just enough to allow the 2010 runner-up Gilbert Kiptoo take the win by over one minute.

Miles With The Giant Marathon 2011

Gilbert Kiptoo won the Thunder Bay Miles With The Giant Marathon in a time of 2 hours 26 minutes and 25 seconds.

Kiptoo Wins Thunder Bay Miles With Giant

Human Interest Story

Over seven-hundred people will toe the line of the Miles With The Giant Marathon on Sunday morning with a new starting point due to construction.

Construction Will Not Stop Miles With The Giant Marathon

The second annual Thunder Bay Marathon will close online registration for the September 18th race weekend.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results