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Big Sur International Marathon
Big Sur International Marathon is a marathon event held in Big Sur, California. It is usually held in April; the exact date hasn't been confirmed in the listing yet. About 4,500 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- April
- Location
- Big Sur, CA
- Field size
- ~4,500 runners
Race details
- Usually held in
- April (date not confirmed)
- Location
- Big Sur, California
- Distances
- Marathon
- Field size
- About 4,500 runners
- Course
- Mountainous
- Registration
- bigsurmarathon.org
- Official website
- bigsurmarathon.org
About the Big Sur International Marathon
A bucket-list marathon along the rugged Big Sur coastline on Highway 1, famous for the challenging two-mile Hurricane Point climb and breathtaking ocean views. The marathon is capped at roughly 4,500 entrants.
Rankings and notes
- Rankings and awards
- USATF-certified; consistently ranked among the most scenic marathons in the world; runs the Big Sur coast on Highway 1
- Notes
- One of the most scenic marathons
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Big Sur International Marathon: common questions
- When is the Big Sur International Marathon?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in April. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Big Sur International Marathon held?
- In Big Sur, California.
- What distances does the Big Sur International Marathon offer?
- Marathon.
- How many people run the Big Sur International Marathon?
- About 4,500 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Big Sur International Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at bigsurmarathon.org. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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