Grandma's Marathon runs along the beautiful shores of Lake Superior. The terrain consists of some gently rolling hills, the weather is usually ideal for marathoning and the course is very scenic.

Grandma's Marathon

Human Interest Story

Don Fennessy began his long time volunteer career with Grandma's Marathon in 1980. Sadly the June 16, 2012 race will take place with Fennessy's expertise as he died Saturday from pancreatic cancer.

Grandma's Marathon Loses Loyal Volunteer

Grandma's Marathon has named Jeffrey Rosenthal, Jr., as director of race management services, a newly-created position within the organization.

Rosenthal is responsible for support services during all Grandma's Marathon 
events, assisting with the planning and development of the organization's 
races and programs. He will coordinate volunteer efforts, as well as 
maintain and implement organizational safety strategies and protocols.

Grandma's Marathon Adds Director of Race Management Services

Dick Beardsley won the 1981 Grandma's Marathon with a time of 2 hours 9 minutes and 37 seconds and plans to run the 2012 Boston Marahon as part of the thirtieth anniversary of "Duel In The Son."

Turn Back The Clock: Grandma's Marathon Record-Holder Dick Beardsley

Ed Ayers of Running Times has listed Grandma's Marathon as on of the ten most iconic running events in America

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results