San Francisco Marathon
Road Running covering 5 km to 84.3 km with up to 400 m D+ in San Francisco (California, United States)
San Francisco Marathon is an endurance sporting event in San Francisco, California, US focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier, Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Seaside & Coast, Public Park, Culture & History.
The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Ultra Marathon (84.3 km, +379 m D+), Ultra Marathon Relay For 2 (84.3 km, +379 m D+), Marathon (42.2 km, +400 m D+), 1st Half Marathon - The Bridge Half (21.1 km, +381 m D+), 2nd Half Marathon - The City Half (21.1 km, +164 m D+), and 10K (10 km, +40 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from July 24, 2027 to July 25, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (thesfmarathon.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (8)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Marathon | Road Running | 84.3 km | +379 m | 3 m - 162 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Ultra Marathon Relay For 2 | Road Running | 84.3 km | +379 m | 6 m - 165 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Marathon | Road Running | 42.2 km | +400 m | 3 m - 88 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 1st Half Marathon - The Bridge Half | Road Running | 21.1 km | +381 m | 1 m - 85 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| 2nd Half Marathon - The City Half | Road Running | 21.1 km | +164 m | 2 m - 89 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| 10K | Road Running | 10 km | +40 m | 3 m - 5 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 1st 5K | Road Running | 5 km | +22 m | 6 m - 15 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 2nd 5K | Road Running | 5 km | +22 m | 9 m - 18 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 3 m to 162 m above sea level (+379 m D+, -379 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 6 m to 165 m above sea level (+379 m D+, -379 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 3 m to 88 m above sea level (+400 m D+, -400 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1 m to 85 m above sea level (+381 m D+, -315 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 2 m to 89 m above sea level (+164 m D+, -176 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 3 m to 5 m above sea level (+40 m D+, -40 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 6 m to 15 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 9 m to 18 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does San Francisco Marathon take place?
San Francisco Marathon takes place in San Francisco, California, US (start area at coordinates 37.7749° N, 122.4194° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from July 24, 2027 to July 25, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at San Francisco Marathon?
The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Ultra Marathon (84.3 km, +379 m D+), Ultra Marathon Relay For 2 (84.3 km, +379 m D+), Marathon (42.2 km, +400 m D+), 1st Half Marathon - The Bridge Half (21.1 km, +381 m D+), 2nd Half Marathon - The City Half (21.1 km, +164 m D+), and 10K (10 km, +40 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Road Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for San Francisco Marathon?
The main competition (Ultra Marathon over 84.3 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +379 m of elevation gain and -379 m of elevation loss, ranging between 3 m and 162 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.
Where can I find registration and official race rules for San Francisco Marathon?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (thesfmarathon.com).