SoCal2027

Sat, 27 Feb 2027 · Huntington Beach, CA · 117 days

Distance: 21.1 km
Terrain: Flat
Climb: 80 m
Layout: Point to point
Race day: 14°C (57°F)

The SoCal Marathon is a point-to-point course that trends consistently downhill, starting inland and descending toward the coast. The route follows long, open roads with gentle curves and extended straight sections, allowing for steady pacing throughout.

Before you go

Pro tips

Racing it

01
Downhill, Not Free
The course trends consistently downhill inland to coast, but total climb is only 59 m, so the grades are gentle. Run even effort and don't burn matches early.
From the elevation profile, description
02
Plan Point-to-Point
This is a point-to-point route, not a loop. Sort out transport to the start, or between start and finish, before race morning rather than leaving it to the day.
From the layout
03
Use the Long Straights
Long, open roads with gentle curves and extended straight sections make steady pacing easy. Settle into a rhythm early and hold it through the straight stretches.
From the description
04
Cool February Running
Typical race-day temperature is 13.7°C, cool enough to run hard without overheating. You finish near the coast, so have warm layers waiting at the end.
From the temperature

In Huntington Beach, CA

Race Morning Roads
Beachfront roads and Pacific Coast Highway lanes close for the race, so plan to arrive early and walk or bike in rather than hunting for parking near the pier.
Where to Watch
Spectators get the best views around the pier and along the beachfront path, where runners pass with the ocean behind them.
After the Finish
Huntington Beach is a surf town: recover with a flat walk on the beach path or out to the pier, then wander the downtown blocks near Main Street.

Written by AI from the course data and the race's description; city tips are general knowledge. Check race-day details with the organizer.

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