42.195 km
Distance
310 m
Elevation Gain
4:32:00
Average Finish Time
24,500
Total Finishers
1986
Established
Rolling
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Course & Elevation
Starting in Dodger Stadium, the LA Marathon winds through iconic neighborhoods including Echo Park, Silver Lake, Los Feliz, and Hollywood before heading west through West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. The course continues through Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, and finishes at the Santa Monica Pier overlooking the Pacific Ocean, offering a stunning journey from the city center to the coast.
🌤️ Weather
Mild spring weather with moderate temperatures and low humidity. Occasional cloud cover with minimal rain expected. Early morning temperatures in the low teens Celsius, warming to low 20s by afternoon.
🏆 Course Record
02:08:16
Abdi Nageeye (2023)
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ The LA Marathon is the largest marathon in the United States, attracting over 24,000 finishers annually since 1986.
- ▸ The race finishes at the iconic Santa Monica Pier, making it one of the few major marathons to end at a famous oceanside landmark.
- ▸ More than 94 countries are represented in the race, making it one of the most internationally diverse marathons globally.
- ▸ The course descends approximately 310 meters overall, earning it a reputation as a 'downhill marathon' despite its rolling terrain.
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