Kangaroo Island Marathon

Road Running covering 2.5 km to 42.2 km in Flinders Chase (South Australia, Australia)

Location

Flinders Chase, South Australia, AustraliaShow on map(35.9549° S, 136.7358° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Kangaroo Island Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Flinders Chase, South Australia, AU focused on Road Running. Key features include Island, Seaside & Coast, Nature & Off-Road, City Run.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 2.5 km (2.5 km, +11 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 (kangarooislandmarathon.com).

Official website

Kangaroo Island Marathon in Flinders Chase (Work: "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka 1994-12-10", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka 1994-12-10" · Photo: **Alpsdake** · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

Island Seaside & Coast Nature & Off-Road City Run

Races & distances (3)

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
Road Running 2.5 km	Road Running	2.5 km	+11 m	14 m - 19 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 25.7 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Kangaroo Island Marathon take place?

Kangaroo Island Marathon takes place in Flinders Chase, South Australia, AU (start area at coordinates 35.9549° S, 136.7358° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Kangaroo Island Marathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 2.5 km (2.5 km, +11 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

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

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