42.195 km
Distance
380 m
Elevation Gain
4:32:00
Average Finish Time
28,000
Total Finishers
1976
Established
Rolling
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Course & Elevation
The MCM course is a scenic point-to-point route starting at Iwo Jima Memorial and finishing at the Marine Corps War Memorial, passing through iconic Washington DC landmarks including the National Mall, monuments, and memorial sites. The course features relatively gentle rolling terrain with two significant climbs near the start and a final iconic finish.
🌤️ Weather
Crisp autumn weather with mild temperatures ideal for distance running. Clear skies are common with occasional morning chill.
🏆 Course Record
02:08:23
Meb Keflezighi (2014)
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ Founded in 1976 to celebrate the U.S. Bicentennial and the Marine Corps 200th anniversary
- ▸ The only marathon that does not award prize money to winners, maintaining its grassroots military ethos
- ▸ Approximately 8,000+ Marines volunteer to support the race and lead the start
- ▸ The finish line at the Marine Corps War Memorial is one of the most emotionally powerful race finishes in the world
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