Big Sur International Marathon
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States
Apr 25, 2027 - Sunday
5k, 12k, 11mi, 21mi, Marathon, Relay
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Race Information
The Big Sur International Marathon is a point-to-point course on scenic CA Highway 1 from Big Sur to Carmel. High-rising redwoods, coastal cliffs, lush pastures, and crashing waves are the highlights of this bucket list course. The marathon's centerpiece is the iconic Bixby Bridge, located halfway through the race. Besides the marathon, you can choose from races in 5k, 12k, 11mi, and 12mi categories, or team up to participate in the marathon relay.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 10,000+
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: Yes
Kids Run: No
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