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Big Sur Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km with up to 665 m D+ in Big Sur (California, United States)

LocationBig Sur, California, United StatesShow on map(36.2704° N, 121.8080° W)
Date & StatusApril 25, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +665 m

Big Sur Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Big Sur, California, US focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier, Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include Seaside & Coast, Nature & Off-Road, City Run, Point-to-Point.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +665 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +665 m D+), 21 Miler (33.8 km, +152 m D+), 11 Miler (17.7 km, +80 m D+), Les 12K (12 km, +54 m D+), and 5 K (5 km, +22 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 25, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bigsurmarathon.org).

Official website
Big Sur Marathon in Big Sur (Work: "Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024", Photo: Larry D. Moore, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024" · Photo: Larry D. Moore · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

Seaside & CoastNature & Off-RoadCity RunPoint-to-PointCharity RunRelay

Races & distances (6)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+665 m8 m - 440 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Marathon (Relay)Road Running42.2 km+665 m11 m - 443 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
21 MilerRoad Running33.8 km+152 m14 m - 113 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
11 MilerRoad Running17.7 km+80 m17 m - 69 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Les 12KRoad Running12 km+54 m20 m - 55 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
5 KRoad Running5 km+22 m8 m - 22 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+665 m D+
Elevation loss
-565 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 440 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
2.9 % / 5.2 %
Course format
Point-to-point course
42.2 km+665 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS36.2704° N, 121.8080° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 440 m above sea level (+665 m D+, -565 m D-)

Peak: 440 m·at 18.3 km·Ø 2.9 %
8 m152 m296 m440 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km440 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Big Sur Marathon take place?

Big Sur Marathon takes place in Big Sur, California, US (start area at coordinates 36.2704° N, 121.808° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 25, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Big Sur Marathon?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +665 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +665 m D+), 21 Miler (33.8 km, +152 m D+), 11 Miler (17.7 km, +80 m D+), Les 12K (12 km, +54 m D+), and 5 K (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

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

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +665 m of elevation gain and -565 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 440 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 Sur Marathon?

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