Shoreline Marathon
Ventura's Shoreline Marathon offers a flat, fast beachfront course with ocean views.
Race Date
Jul 12, 2026
Location
Ventura, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, July 12, 2026
- Location
- Ventura, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M, 10K, 5K run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 4,155
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Shoreline Marathon unfolds along the picturesque Solimar Beach in Ventura, California, utilizing the famous Rincon Highway 1 bike path. This course promises a flat and fast experience, with minimal elevation changes, making it ideal for runners seeking a personal best.
Runners can expect a scenic journey with the Pacific Ocean as a constant companion. While the field size has averaged around 233 finishers in recent years, drawing participants from approximately 15 states, the race maintains a dedicated following. The event, first run in 2013 and now in its 13th edition, offers a straightforward, focused race-day experience.
The typical race-day weather in Ventura is pleasant, with temperatures ranging from the high 50s to mid-70s Fahrenheit, creating comfortable conditions for runners. The Shoreline Marathon provides a no-frills, scenic opportunity to race by the sea.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Solid Pick4913 years running
~201 finishers a year
shrinking
5% returning runners
2 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:18:04
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
59°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
81%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 4,155 finishers actually crossed the line across 13 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
4,155
Median time
2:13:20
Latest turnout
201
States
40
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Shoreline Marathon?
The Shoreline Marathon is held on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
Where does the Shoreline Marathon take place?
It takes place in Ventura, California.
What distances does the Shoreline Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M, 10K, 5K run.
Is the Shoreline Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Shoreline Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Shoreline Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 4,155 runners who have completed the Shoreline Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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