Big Sur International Marathon
Carmel, United States of America · Monday 26 April 2027
The event is a point-to-point road marathon held annually along California's Highway 1, spanning from Big Sur to Carmel-by-the-Sea on the last Sunday in April. The course travels through a mix of coastal terrain including redwood forests, open ranches, and sections directly overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The route is notable for encompassing the iconic Bixby Bridge at roughly the halfway mark, where a pianist performs for entrants as they cross.
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Adjusted Time
4:18:14
Time difference: +18.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain504m
Elevation High176m
Elevation Low2m
Weather Forecast
High21°C
Low10°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Big Sur International Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 77% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Big Sur International Marathon plays about 18 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #268 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #147 of 575 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Big Sur International Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Big Sur International Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:07:47 | +07:47 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:42:43 | +12:43 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:18:14 | +18:14 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:54:17 | +24:17 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:30:48 | +30:48 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:07:48 | +37:48 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:45:13 | +45:13 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Big Sur International Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Big Sur International Marathon is a full marathon held in Carmel, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 26 April 2027. The course is run on road surface with 504m of total climbing, with its high point near 176m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Big Sur International Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 504m of total climbing, rising to around 176m above sea level. It pays to train on hills and to pace the climbs conservatively.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 10°C and 21°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Big Sur International Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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