Minocqua "No Frills" Marathon

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025

• Course: The marathon course will be run on the Bearskin trail as an out and back course starting downtown Minocqua and finishing on the trestle in Minocqua.
• Location: Starting point - downtown Minocqua, 121 Front St, Minocqua, WI.
• Awards: No early starters are eligible for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall awards.
• More Info: Visit the official race page at Minocqua No Frills Marathon.

📅 Registration and Packet Pickup

• In-Person: Registration and packet pickup in person until Saturday, Aug 31 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm and Sunday, Sept 1, from 5:00 am to 7:45 am at the American Legion, downtown Minocqua, 121 W Front St.
• Start Time: Early start at 6:00 am by special arrangement: please check the box on the registration form if you wish to start early.
• Super Early Start: We also offer a "super early" start time at 5:00 am by special arrangement only.
• Note: Bring a headlamp as it is dark on the trail through the woods!

🏅 Race Times

• Early Marathon Start: 6:00 am by special arrangement: please check the box below.
• Marathon Start Time: 7:00 am
• Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 am
• 5K Start Time: 8:00 am

🤝 Beneficiary Partner

• Support: Blue Raven's beneficiary partner this year will be the Lakeland High School girls sports programs.
• Mission: The Minocqua No Frills Marathon™ & Half-Marathon keeps it simple and affordable because, at this marathon, it’s all about the race.
• Aspiration: The race accommodates those who aspire to run their first marathon, as well as veteran runners trying to better their times or qualify for the Boston Marathon (certification # WI22019DM).