Run through one of the world&rsquo;s most iconic cities with the San Francisco Marathon. This event offers a course that highlights the dynamic mix of urban sophistication and breathtaking natural scenery&mdash;from the rolling hills of Pacific Heights to the stunning views along the Golden Gate. Runners delight in the well‑organized route, vibrant crowd support, and the unique blend of history, culture, and modern energy that only San Francisco can deliver.
What Runners Love:
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Iconic cityscapes and panoramic vistas of the Bay Area</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">A diverse course that combines flat urban stretches with scenic, gentle hills</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Top‑notch organization with plentiful aid stations and enthusiastic volunteer support</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">An energetic, culturally rich atmosphere that inspires every runner</li>
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What to Keep in Mind:
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Urban transitions offer natural pacing opportunities while adding a dynamic mix of settings</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Subtle elevation changes provide strategic breaks without detracting from speed</li>
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Join the San Francisco Marathon for an unforgettable urban adventure where every mile celebrates the spirit of the Bay. Register today and experience a race that perfectly blends challenge, culture, and breathtaking beauty!

The San Francisco Marathon

Post-Race Review/ Results

During the 2024 San Francisco Marathon in July, 31,000 runners crossed the bridge along the footpath, a contrast to other big city marathons.

Photo raises eyebrows online after showcasing hazardous conditions at San Francisco Marathon: 'Do they not close the roads?'

Pre-Race Review/ Lineup

Charlie Lawrence won the 2024 San Francisco Marathon in 2:22.30 while Jenna Wolfrum won the women's race in 2:52.10.

San Francisco Marathon Results 2024: Men's and Women's Top Finishers

Reports of wrong course lengths, more for marathon and less for the half marathon, plague 2024 San Francisco Marathon.

'Mind boggling' mistake leaves hundreds of SF Marathon runners furious

Here are some inspiring stories of runners at the 2024 San Francisco Marathon on Sunday, July 28.

How does it feel to finish dead last in the San Francisco Marathon? 'It's beautiful'

Great Views, Poor Execution, Lack of Security

Tougher course, still beautiful, bad planning.

Beautiful, interestin course with some tough hills

Tough Hills- Beautiful Scenery-Decent Organization

Most scenic run possible - please improve org.!

Great race, great city but tough logistics

I don't live on West Coast and run every year

If I Lived on the West Coast I'd Run Every Year

Some good things, but not one I'll be back for

Good Summer Marathon - Race Director needs to read

Goodbye Nike, Hello San Francisco Marathon!

Great course; please address aid station 'desert'

Great course, but very quiet for a big city race

One of the highlights of my marathoning career

Expensive, Hard, Poor Organizati, Not Runner Frien

Tough Course, but beautiful, not fan friendly

A great course and a cool summer marathon!

Irish coffee for first half marathon runners

One of my most beautiful marathon i ever had.

Beautiful Course..hills not as bad as you'd think

Great cool-weather race in the middle of summer

Beautiful and challenging run through a great City

scenic course with good balance of hills and flat

Awesome Course, where are the spectators?

Exlt course, Org&City pub need improvement

Be prepared for hills but beautiful scenery!

Beautiful Half Marathon Course (1st half)

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