Course & Elevation

The Big Sur Marathon is renowned as one of the most scenic and challenging marathons in North America, running along the dramatic Pacific Coast Highway. The course begins inland near the town of Big Sur and descends through redwood forests before reaching the iconic coastal cliffs, offering unparalleled views of the California coastline. Runners face significant elevation changes with nearly 2,550 meters of climbing across the 42.195-kilometer course.

Course Facts

Distance 42.195 km
Elevation Gain 2,550 m
Surface road
Profile Mountainous

Weather on Race Day

15°C

Temperature

72%

Humidity

25%

Rain Chance

Late April typically brings mild spring weather to the Big Sur coast with cool mornings and pleasantly warm afternoons. Ocean breezes and occasional fog patches are common, with the possibility of scattered showers.

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