Surfers Point Marathon
Ventura, United States of America · Sunday 6 September 2026
The Surfers Point Marathon, held on September 7, 2025, in Ventura, California, is a scenic event that takes place along the Pacific Coast Highway. The course is flat and fast, offering stunning ocean views and a gentle ocean breeze, making it ideal for achieving personal records. The race starts at Emma Wood State Beach Group Campground and follows an out-and-back route along the beachfront, providing runners with breathtaking views of the coastline.
Difficulty Calculator
h
:m
:s
Adjusted Time
4:16:23
Time difference: +16.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain100m
Elevation High8m
Elevation Low2m
Weather Forecast
High33°C
Low20°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Surfers Point Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 76% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Surfers Point Marathon plays about 18 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #271 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #150 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 Surfers Point 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 Surfers Point Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:09:02 | +09:02 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:42:35 | +12:35 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:16:23 | +16:23 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:50:25 | +20:25 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:24:40 | +24:40 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:59:08 | +29:08 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:33:48 | +33:48 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Surfers Point Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Surfers Point Marathon is a full marathon held in Ventura, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 6 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 100m of total climbing, with its high point near 8m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Surfers Point Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 100m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 20°C and 33°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in distance running - for every degree above 15°C, finish times can slow by roughly 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Surfers Point 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Surfers Point Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
Marathons of similar difficulty
If Surfers Point Marathon fits your goal, these courses play out about the same on our difficulty model.
Other Marathons in United States of America
Palm Beaches Marathon
West Palm Beach, United States of America
Road27m gainJuly 2026
Louisville Marathon
Louisville, United States of America
Road293m gainJuly 2026
Gone Loco Marathon
Athens, United States of America
Road0m gainJuly 2026
Dances with Dirt Marathon - Devils Lake
Baraboo, United States of America
Road0m gainJuly 2026
Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon
Austin, United States of America
Trail422m gainJuly 2026