The County Marathon 2026

The County Marathon 2026 brings road racing to Prince Edward County on Sunday, October 4, with marathon, half marathon, relay, and 5K options. It’s a fall race built around the county roads, with Picton as the finish area and a route that includes Wellington and West Lake.

The marathon and half marathon are positioned as certified courses, and the marathon is a Boston Qualifier. The event also leans into its local setting, with a course that passes through farmland, shoreline views, and small-town streets.

For runners comparing local road options, it fits alongside other road races in Prince Edward County.

The marathon starts in Wellington and the half marathon starts near West Lake, with both finishing in Picton. The course is closed to traffic and described as relatively flat, with a few gentle hills. Course support includes water, first aid, and portable toilets along the route.

• Closed-road road race through Prince Edward County
• Marathon, half marathon, 2–5 person relay, and 5K Fun Run options
• Certified marathon and half marathon courses
• Marathon is a Boston Qualifier
• Course passes through Wellington, West Lake, and Picton
• Picton finish near the fair grounds / community centre