Long Beach Marathon

The Long Beach Marathonfeatures a very fast, flat course through the heart of the California coastline, blending urban architecture with vast stretches of Pacific sand. As they make their way along the city’s wide avenues, the field enjoys a steady ocean breeze while running beside the docks and the coast’s iconic beaches. The route includes several standout sections, notably the port crossing with views of the Queen Mary, the stretch along the Shoreline Village pier, and the long, palm-lined straightaway on Ocean Boulevard.
From the full marathon to the half marathon and the 5K, runners take on a particularly flat and accessible course. The race wraps up in a summery, crowd-pleasing waterfront atmosphere, delivering a festive and memorable finish line for all finishers.