Mount Marathon

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 2:00 PM AKDT

Location: Seward, AK; 2001 Seward Hwy, 99664
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Conquer Alaska's majestic and treacherous Mount Marathon in this iconic, grueling 3.3-mile footrace, a celebrated annual tradition in Seward.

Scenic
Competitive
Festive

Great for: runners who like a competitive edge

The Mount Marathon Race invites runners to Seward, Alaska, for its 98th annual running on July 4th. This iconic footrace challenges participants with a grueling 1.5-mile ascent and descent of Alaska’s majestic and treacherous Mount Marathon. Runners from around the world, alongside local residents, gather with a shared ambition: to conquer the mountain, achieve a top finish, or simply complete this legendary course. It's a test of endurance and a celebrated community tradition.

What to expect

* A grueling 1.5-mile climb and descent on Alaska's majestic Mount Marathon.
* An iconic footrace drawing runners globally and from within Alaska.
* Join the Seward community for a long-standing annual tradition.

Standout details

98th Annual running
Grueling 1.5-mile mountain climb
Alaska’s majestic Mount Marathon
Iconic footrace

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Distances & registration

23 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1.6 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM AKDT · From $38.36
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
1.6 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM AKDT · From $54.38
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
1.6 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM AKDT · From $38.36
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT

+ 20 more options

1.6 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM AKDT · From $54.38
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
1.6 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM AKDT · From $38.36
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
1.6 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM AKDT · From $54.38
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
1.6 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM AKDT · From $38.36
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
2.2 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM AKDT · From $54.38
Opens Apr 9, 2026, 3:05 PM AKDT · Closes Apr 9, 2026, 3:05 PM AKDT
2.2 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Apr 9, 2026, 1:17 PM AKDT · Closes Apr 9, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
2.2 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 2:00 PM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
2.2 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 11:00 AM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 30, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
3.3 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 2:00 PM AKDT · From $86.40
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
3.3 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 11:00 AM AKDT · From $86.40
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
3.3 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 2:00 PM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
3.3 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 11:00 AM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
3.3 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 2:00 PM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Apr 9, 2026, 1:17 PM AKDT · Closes Apr 9, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
3.3 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 11:00 AM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Apr 8, 2026, 12:33 PM AKDT · Closes Apr 8, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
3.3 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 2:00 PM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Apr 9, 2026, 1:17 PM AKDT · Closes Apr 9, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
Womens Priority
Sat, Jul 4, 2:00 PM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
Womens Special Entry
Sat, Jul 4, 2:00 PM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
Mens Priority
Sat, Jul 4, 11:00 AM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
Mens Special Entry
Sat, Jul 4, 11:00 AM AKDT · From $107.75
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT
Non-Binary Lottery
Sat, Jul 4, 2:00 PM AKDT · From $86.40
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM AKDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

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The course

From the organizer

98th Annual running of Mount Marathon

Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Join the community of Seward for the 98th annual running of the Mount Marathon Race.

The men’s and women’s course is a grueling 1.5-mile climb up, and back down, Alaska’s majestic and treacherous Mount Marathon. Runners from around the world join Seward residents and runners from around Alaska, in pursuit of a common goal: to win, place, or simply complete this iconic footrace.

Mount Marathon awaits you, and future generations of bold mountain runners!

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