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
📈 Elevation Profile
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Interactive elevation chart coming soon
2,550m total gain • Mountainous profile
🗺️ Course Map
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Interactive course map coming soon
Big Sur, United States • 42.195km road
🌤️ Weather on Race Day
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15°C
Temperature
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72%
Humidity
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25%
Rain Chance
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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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