Surfers Point Marathon
Surfers Point Marathon offers a flat, fast beachfront course ideal for setting personal bests.
Race Date
Sep 6, 2026
Location
Ventura, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, September 6, 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
- 2,411
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Surfers Point Marathon unfolds along the scenic Ventura beachfront, providing a flat and fast course that beckons runners seeking a personal record. This established event, first run in 2013 and now in its 13th year, has become a draw for runners from across approximately 14 states.
With a typical field size of around 214 finishers, the marathon offers a focused racing experience. The course itself is a certified Boston Qualifier, promising a smooth, predominantly flat profile with minimal elevation change, making it a prime candidate for achieving a BQ or a new PR. The proximity to the ocean adds a refreshing coastal ambiance to the run.
While the repeat-runner rate is modest at around 3%, the event's consistent appeal lies in its straightforward, fast course and its location. Runners can expect a well-marked path along the coast, culminating in a finish that celebrates the accomplishment of completing a marathon on this unique beachfront stretch.
Race-provided description
Running along the Ventura beachfront on this all flat Boston Qualifier Marathon course
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 Pick5611 years running
~196 finishers a year
growing or steady
3% returning runners
2 timing sources
runners from 14 states
winner 1:07:20
typical high 82°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
64°
Afternoon (High)
82°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
73%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,411 finishers actually crossed the line across 11 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
2,411
Median time
2:13:50
Latest turnout
214
States
30
Turnout by year
2016–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Surfers Point Marathon?
The Surfers Point Marathon is held on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Where does the Surfers Point Marathon take place?
It takes place in Ventura, California.
What distances does the Surfers Point Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M, 10K, 5K run.
Is the Surfers Point Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Surfers Point Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Surfers Point Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,411 runners who have completed the Surfers Point Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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