Camarillo Marathon
Camarillo Marathon offers a flat, fast course ideal for Boston Qualifier attempts.
Race Date
Aug 2, 2026
Location
Camarillo, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, August 2, 2026
- Location
- Camarillo, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M, 10K, 5K run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 2,524
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Camarillo Marathon, first run in 2009 and now in its 13th year, is a certified Boston Qualifier course. Its reputation as a flat and fast race makes it a prime target for runners aiming for personal bests and the coveted Boston Marathon.
The course is designed for speed, with minimal elevation changes, offering a straightforward path for participants. This focus on a quick race, combined with the typical pleasant weather in Camarillo, CA, creates an environment conducive to achieving fast times.
While the event has a history, its field size has seen a shrinking trend, with recent editions averaging around 85 finishers. Runners typically come from about three states, and the repeat-runner loyalty is low at approximately 2%. Despite the smaller field, the Camarillo Marathon remains a dedicated event for those prioritizing a certified, flat course for their race goals.
Race-provided description
Welcome to the 9th annual running of the Camarillo Marathon all flat Boston Qualifier course
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Solid Pick4613 years running
~97 finishers a year
shrinking
2% returning runners
2 timing sources
runners from 3 states
winner 1:16:52
typical high 80°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
58°
Afternoon (High)
80°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
75%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,524 finishers actually crossed the line across 13 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
2,524
Median time
2:15:13
Latest turnout
85
States
24
Turnout by year
2015–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Camarillo Marathon?
The Camarillo Marathon is held on Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Where does the Camarillo Marathon take place?
It takes place in Camarillo, California.
What distances does the Camarillo Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M, 10K, 5K run.
Is the Camarillo Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Camarillo Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Camarillo Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,524 runners who have completed the Camarillo Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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