The Early Years
2004Established in 2004, the Great Barrier Reef Marathon is now 22 years old. From its first edition in Port Douglas, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Australia.
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The Great Barrier Reef Marathon features a scenic double-loop course starting and finishing at Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas. Runners traverse the beachfront and surrounding coastal roads with stunning tropical views, passing through the town center and taking in the natural beauty of Far North Queensland. The course is fast and flat, making it ideal for personal bests.
Underlag: road Profil: Platt
Väder
Temperatur 28°C
Luftfuktighet 75%
Regnrisk 35%
Warm tropical climate with relatively low rainfall during late October. Humidity is moderate for the region, and sea breezes provide cooling relief along the coastal route.
The Race
Port Douglas
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The Fast Lane
Runners come to the Great Barrier Reef Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Port Douglas has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.
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- ▸ The marathon starts and finishes at Four Mile Beach, one of North Queensland's most picturesque coastal locations.
- ▸ Port Douglas is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, with reef tours departing daily from the town's marina.
- ▸ The race takes place during the Australian spring shoulder season, offering ideal running conditions before the wet season.
- ▸ Participants often combine their race weekend with reef diving expeditions, making it a unique marathon vacation destination.
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