The city you want to run becomes your next trip.
THE DREAM
A race voted Idaho's best marathon.
Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.
Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.
Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.
From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.
“The course itself was beautiful with great views of the lake.”The runner completed their first full marathon at Coeur d’Alene Marathon in 4 hours 6 minutes 20 seconds, tackling steeper hills than expected. They enjoyed the lake views but added brief walks as fatigue hit in the final 10km.
“Everyone settled into their pace about 1/2 mile into the race.”The runner didn't overdo it early on and maintained a steady pace. The runner managed the stiffness in their thighs by adjusting their stride length and cadence, and completed the half marathon in 1 hour 38 minutes 44 seconds to place fourth in their age group.
We translated a short line from each public race report and summarized the experience. Finish times are as stated by the author, and past editions may differ from this year's weather and operations.
Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.
Go&Race
This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.
YOUR ENTRY
Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.
until Nov 1, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially
Organizer's pageuntil Nov 1, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially
Organizer's pageuntil Nov 1, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially
Organizer's pageuntil Nov 1, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially
Organizer's pageuntil Nov 1, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially
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RACE WEEK
Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.
| Event | Start |
|---|---|
| Marathon42.195km | 06:30 |
| Marathon42.195km | 06:30 |
| Half21.0975km | 07:00 |
| Half Marathon | 07:00 |
| 10K | 08:00 |
| 10K10km | 08:00 |
| 5K | 09:00 |
| 5K5km | 09:00 |
The CDA Marathon is a road race that runs on both lake scenery and city streets in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, USA.
The official introduction presents the road overlooking Lake Coeur d'Alene and the downtown area of the resort town as the center of course.
A section overlooking natural scenery from a distance and a section passing through city streets are connected within one event.
Like the name CDA, which is an abbreviation of the local name, the city itself becomes the stage for the competition.
Full marathon, half marathon, 10km, and 5km are operated, and Kids Run is also prepared separately.
The structure includes everything from long-distance record competition to short-distance participation in one competition.
Full marathon is course, a distance certified by the United States Track and Field Association, and the certification number is shown on the official map.
The organizers inform you that with this record of course, you can qualify to participate in the Boston Marathon.
Not only does it have the purpose of seeing lakes and streams, but it also has the purpose of running on public streets.
The official charity partner is the Centennial Trail Foundation of Northern Idaho.
This non-profit organization supports maintenance and improvements to the Centennial Trail and also helps develop new trails in Kootenay County.
The competition serves to connect participants with organizations that manage local roads.
One of the northwest running events run by negative split, it showcases the city's lakeside scenery and the local walking and running environment.
The fact that adult sports and children's programs are held around the competition venue also creates room for families to participate in the city's events.
Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.
The day before the race (Saturday), at McEuen Park from 10:30–18:00; limited race-day morning pickup may be available on site
The day before the race (Saturday), at McEuen Park from 10:30–18:00; limited race-day morning pickup may be available on site
Citylink North (Routes A/B/C) — downtown Coeur d'Alene service
Start/finish is McEuen Park, 420 E Front Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814.
Citylink North's free A/B/C routes serve downtown Coeur d'Alene;
no confirmed dedicated stop directly at McEuen Park, but nearest stops are a few blocks away on Sherman Ave/downtown core.
Citylink North (Routes A/B/C) — downtown Coeur d'Alene service
Same venue as start (McEuen Park).
Coeur d'Alene has no dedicated transit card system;
it is a small city with a limited local bus service (Citylink) that takes cash fare only.
Most visitors rely on a rental car or rideshare (Uber/Lyft) to reach the race start and venues around Lake Coeur d'Alene.
Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.
Bib pickup is confirmed for the Saturday before the race at McEuen Park, 420 E Front Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID, from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Limited race-day morning pickup is also available near the start line on Sunday, but only for unavoidable circumstances.
Sunday start times vary by event: the marathon early start is at 5:30 a.m., the main marathon start at 6:30 a.m.,
the half marathon at 7:00 a.m., the 10K at 8:00 a.m., and the 5K at 9:00 a.m. Both the start and finish are at McEuen Park.
The marathon is certified as a Boston Marathon qualifying course, so it tends to attract runners targeting sub-elite times.
Times are local to Coeur d'Alene. Check the latest official information before the race.
STAY A LITTLE
From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.
Distances are straight-line from the start.
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It takes place on Sun, May 30, 2027 in Coeur d'Alene, ID, United States.
The main event costs $100.
Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K.
The race starts at 07:00.
420 E Front Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID.
McEuen Park, Coeur d'Alene, ID.
Registration runs from Sat, August 1, 2026 to Sun, May 30, 2027.