Marathon
Run 26.2mi
Big Sur International Marathon
Run 26.2mi
Test yourself from Big Sur to Camel in this picturesque Highway 1 marathon course. Perfect for runners looking for a challenge, the course takes you from point to point with a few challenging climbs. Come to experience the largest rural marathon in the world.
How to enter the Big Sur International Marathon
Big Sur International Marathon route
Route:
Point to point, moderately difficult, with rolling hills, Big Sur is the largest rural marathon in the world. The course winds through redwoods, alongside ranches, and offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. It is USATF certified and a Boston qualifier.
Cut-off times:
There is a strict 6 hour time-limit, which equates to (13:45 minutes per-mile).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do finisher's get?
Finisher's will receive a long sleeved participants shirt as well as a bespoke ceramic medal, created by Kathleen Kelly Designs.
What time does the marathon start?
The marathon is due to start at 0645 at the Big Sur Station in Big Sur.
How quickly do I need to run to make the cut-off time?
Athletes will need to run at a pace of around 13:45 minutes per mile.
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Big Sur International Marathon weather forecast
Partly cloudy throughout the day.
77°F
Predicted highs
50°F
Predicted lows
Meet the organizer
The Big Sur International Marathon was established in 1986 and today is managed by a 15-person Governance Board of the non-profit Big Sur Marathon Foundation. Over the course of the last three decades, the Foundation added the Monterey Bay Half Marathon (2003), Run in the Name of Love (2013), and the Salinas Valley Half Marathon (2015) to its family of events. The race events are managed year round by a six-person full-time staff.
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