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- Marathon
- Half
San Francisco
San Francisco Marathon
Waterfront start, Golden Gate Bridge, rolling hills throughout.
Next edition
2027 · 24 Jul 2027
Where
🇺🇸 San Francisco, CA, United States
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2027 edition
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Countdown
264
days to 24 Jul 2027
- Distance
- Marathon
- Course
- Hilly
- Climb
- 600 m
- Entry
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About
The race
The San Francisco Marathon is one of the most challenging urban marathons in the United States, known for its hilly terrain and iconic landmarks. Starting near the Embarcadero, runners pass along the waterfront before crossing the Golden Gate Bridge, offering expansive views of the bay. The course features continuous rolling hills, with several sustained climbs in the first half and more technical elevation changes in the second half through Golden Gate Park and coastal neighborhoods. The terrain demands careful pacing, as there are few truly flat sections. The race finishes back along the waterfront, combining scenic highlights with a physically demanding profile.
Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
North America · typically 15°C (60°F) on race day
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Getting in
- Details
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Elite program · Marathon time
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 40–44 | 3:05:00 | 2:35:00 |
Standards as the organizer publishes them; a time under the standard may still not guarantee a place. Official standards