Texas Hill Country Half Marathon Series - San Marcos Half Marathon
The San Marcos Half Marathon offers a fast, flat course through a charming Texas town.
Race Date
Feb 7, 2027
Location
San Marcos, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, February 7, 2027
- Location
- San Marcos, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 5K run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 603
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The San Marcos Half Marathon, first run in 2023, has quickly become a fixture for runners seeking a swift and scenic experience in the heart of Texas. With recent editions drawing around 170 finishers, this growing event attracts participants from approximately 8 states.
The course is celebrated for its flat and fast profile, making it an ideal setting for those aiming for personal bests. Runners will find themselves on paved roads, navigating a course designed for speed and efficiency. The typical race-day weather, averaging between 48-67°F, provides a comfortable environment for pushing the pace.
While the field size is modest, the San Marcos Half Marathon offers a rewarding race-day atmosphere. The event is well-organized, ensuring a smooth experience from start to finish, culminating in a satisfying finish line celebration.
Race-provided description
San Marcos Half Marathon
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Small Town
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
3 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Solid Pick564 years running
~143 finishers a year
growing or steady
11% returning runners
2 timing sources · 6 photos
runners from 8 states
winner 1:20:23
typical high 67°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
67°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 603 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
603
Median time
2:09:17
Latest turnout
170
States
17
Turnout by year
2023–2026
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Texas Hill Country Half Marathon Series - San Marcos Half Marathon?
The Texas Hill Country Half Marathon Series - San Marcos Half Marathon is held on Sunday, February 7, 2027.
Where does the Texas Hill Country Half Marathon Series - San Marcos Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in San Marcos, Texas.
What distances does the Texas Hill Country Half Marathon Series - San Marcos Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 5K run.
Is the Texas Hill Country Half Marathon Series - San Marcos Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Texas Hill Country Half Marathon Series - San Marcos Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Texas Hill Country Half Marathon Series - San Marcos Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 603 runners who have completed the Texas Hill Country Half Marathon Series - San Marcos Half Marathon.
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