Two Cities Marathon
Fresno, California, United States
Nov 1, 2026 - Sunday
5k, 10k, Half-marathon, Marathon
Race Information
The Two Cities Marathon starts and finishes at the beautiful Clovis Community College. This Boston qualifying marathon course was redesigned in 2021 to offer a scenic and truly flat course. Just 60 miles from Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks, home of the largest and oldest redwoods in the World! With plenty of hotels to choose from, you can see why many participants run, stay, and play!
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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Epic scenery
✅ The "Race-Cation" lifestyle
✅ Sustainable strides
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: Yes
Kids Run: No
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