Catalina Island Marathon
Where the 2027 race is now
- Registration openRegister for 2027
- Race daySaturday, March 13, 2027
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- Mar 13, 2027 Saturday
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Open Open entry
- Boston qualifier
- Unconfirmed
- Live tracking
- Not yet Shown here race week
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.
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.
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.
Past Catalina Island Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, March 13, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, March 14, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, March 8, 2025 | Results available | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, March 9, 2024 | Results available | 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.
Is registration open for the 2027 Catalina Island Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Catalina Island Marathon is open. View the official registration details at runsignup.com.
How do I track a runner in the Catalina Island Marathon?
Most races publish tracking in race week. Marathon Scout links the official tracker on this page during race week, once the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the Catalina Island Marathon results?
The 2026 results and earlier years are linked on the Catalina Island Marathon results page.
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