Big sur International Marathon
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Big Sur International Marathon
The Big Sur International Marathon is a road race held on April 25, 2027, that follows Highway 1 from Big Sur to Carmel. The course runs along the nation's first nationally-designated Scenic Highway and is USATF certified. It is an official Boston qualifier.
Course statistics published for the marathon include a start elevation of 356' and a finish elevation of 10', with total elevation gain of +2,182' and total elevation loss of -2,528'. The published course limit is approximately six hours, which is just over a 13:45 pace per mile.
The event weekend includes multiple race options and associated programs:
- Marathon
- Marathon Relay
- 21-Miler
- 11-Miler
- The 12K
- The 5K
Race weekend activities listed by the organizer include an expo with packet pick-up, race day transportation and bus pick-up locations, a finish festival, and spectator guidelines. The event operates with volunteer support and identifies sustainability measures, noting a zero-waste event approach. The Big Sur Marathon Foundation is associated with the races and with community grant and charity programs. Information on entry options, registration policies, course details, pace teams, and race records is provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
