Big Island Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km in Hilo (Hawaii, United States)

Location

Hilo, Hawaii, United StatesShow on map(19.7216° N, 155.0849° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Big Island Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Hilo, Hawaii, US focused on Road Running. Key features include Island, Seaside & Coast.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), 10 Km (10 km, +45 m D+), and 5 Km (5 km, +22 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (hilomarathon.org).

Official website

Big Island Marathon in Hilo (Work: "Ute Trail, Rocky Mountain National Park", Photo: NPS, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Ute Trail, Rocky Mountain National Park" · Photo: **NPS** · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

Island Seaside & Coast

Races & distances (4)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	8 m - 88 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Road Running	21.1 km	+95 m	11 m - 51 m	Loop course	Route & profile
10 Km	Road Running	10 km	+45 m	14 m - 33 m	Loop course	Route & profile
5 Km	Road Running	5 km	+22 m	17 m - 26 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+190 m D+

Elevation loss

-190 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 88 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+190 m D+Peak 88 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 88 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 88 m·at 31.1 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Big Island Marathon take place?

Big Island Marathon takes place in Hilo, Hawaii, US (start area at coordinates 19.7216° N, 155.0849° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Big Island Marathon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), 10 Km (10 km, +45 m D+), and 5 Km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Big Island Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 88 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Big Island Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (hilomarathon.org).