Catalina Island Marathon
Catalina Island Marathon is California's oldest trail marathon, with rugged climbs, ocean views, and a historic point-to-point finish into Avalon.
Quick facts
- California's oldest trail marathon, according to the official race site.
- Point-to-point marathon from Two Harbors to Avalon on Catalina Conservancy land.
- Expect sustained climbing and exposed island sections rather than a fast road course.
- Race weekend also includes a 10K and 5K.
- Official recent results are linked through the race site and Athlinks.
About the Catalina Island Marathon
Catalina Island Marathon is California's oldest trail marathon and the state's off-road marathon championship, according to the official race site. The marathon is the signature event of the Run Catalina weekend, with a point-to-point route across Santa Catalina Island and companion 10K and 5K races on the same weekend.
Course
The marathon starts in Two Harbors and finishes in Avalon on Catalina Conservancy roads and trails. Expect a rugged point-to-point course with sustained climbs, rolling dirt-road sections, open island exposure, and scenery that does not make pacing any easier.
Race-day weather
March on Catalina is usually milder than inland Southern California, but the course is exposed enough that sun and wind still matter. A cool start can turn into warmer, drier late-morning miles once the climbs and open sections add up.
Past Catalina Island Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, March 13, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, March 14, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, March 8, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, March 9, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Catalina Island Marathon FAQ
When is the Catalina Island Marathon?
The 2027 Catalina Island Marathon is on Saturday, March 13, 2027.
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