Road RunningObstacle Course RacingWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier

Oakland Marathon

Road Running and Obstacle Course Racing covering 1.6 km to 42.2 km with up to 239 m D+ in Oakland (California, United States)

LocationOakland, California, United StatesShow on map(37.8044° N, 122.2708° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +239 m

Oakland Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Oakland, California, US focused on Road Running and Obstacle Course Racing. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier. Key features include Charity Run, City Run, Kids & Youth Races, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +239 m D+), Half marathon (21.1 km, +164 m D+), 10 km (10 km, +55 m D+), 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Fun run for kids (1.61 km, +10 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 (oaklandmarathon.com).

Official website
Oakland Marathon in Oakland (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

Charity RunCity RunKids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+239 m2 m - 102 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half marathonRoad Running21.1 km+164 m5 m - 74 mLoop courseRoute & profile
10 kmRoad Running10 km+55 m8 m - 31 mLoop courseRoute & profile
5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m11 m - 20 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Fun run for kidsObstacle Course Racing1.61 km+10 m14 m - 18 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+239 m D+
Elevation loss
-239 m D-
Altitude range
2 m - 102 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
1.1 % / 2 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+239 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS37.8044° N, 122.2708° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 102 m above sea level (+239 m D+, -239 m D-)

Peak: 102 m·at 23.2 km·Ø 1.1 %
2 m35 m69 m102 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km102 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Oakland Marathon take place?

Oakland Marathon takes place in Oakland, California, US (start area at coordinates 37.8044° N, 122.2708° 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 Oakland Marathon?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +239 m D+), Half marathon (21.1 km, +164 m D+), 10 km (10 km, +55 m D+), 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Fun run for kids (1.61 km, +10 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running and Obstacle Course Racing.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Oakland Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +239 m of elevation gain and -239 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 102 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 Oakland Marathon?

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