Shoreline Marathon course.

The marathon course for 2027 (11 Jul 2027).

MarathonBQ course

Distance
42.195
kilometers
Climb
—
not published
Descent
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not published
Profile
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not published
Layout
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Road
Time limit
—
not published
Start
07:00
local time
Boston qualifier
Yes
times count for Boston

Racing it

Pro tips

  1. 01

    Three Loops, Three Crossings

    The full marathon is a 3 loop course on the beachfront, so you'll pass the start area twice. Use those crossings to restock and reset rather than banking time on loop one.

    From the description

  2. 02

    Two Start Times

    The full marathon starts at 7:00 am and the half at 7:15 from Solimar Beach. Half runners share the opening oceanfront miles with the marathon field, so seed yourself realistically.

    From the start time

  3. 03

    Early Start Rules

    If you need more than the 7:00 hour limit, the 6 am early start requires advance notice so your bib is timed. Water stations aren't set up until 6:30 am, so carry your own for the first 30 minutes.

    From the description

  4. 04

    Flat and Certified

    The course is mostly flat and USATF certified as a Boston qualifier (#CA24016TEB). With plenty of room to move and a gentle ocean breeze, it suits an even, ambitious pace.

    From the description

  5. 05

    Mild Coastal Morning

    Typical race-day temperature is 18.3°C, mild for a July morning on the coast. Conditions favor steady pacing over heat management, even on the exposed beachfront stretches.

    From the temperature

Written by AI from the course data. Check race-day details with the organizer.

Course on the 2027 race page Dates and entry Race-day weather

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