Santa Clarita Marathon
Santa Clarita Marathon follows a traffic-light bike-path network through parks and neighborhoods, offering gentle rollers and a generous support window.
Quick facts
- Paved bike-path course based at Heritage Park.
- Certified Boston Qualifier with gentle rolling terrain.
- Seven-hour limit supports runners and walkers.
- Minimal road traffic creates a quieter race experience.
About the Santa Clarita Marathon
This Southern California community marathon is based at Heritage Park and shares the day with several shorter races. Its path-centered layout limits interaction with vehicle traffic.
Course
The certified route uses paved paseos, river paths, parks, and bridge crossings around Santa Clarita. It is mostly gentle, but repeated inclines become more noticeable late.
Race-day weather
November mornings are often cool and dry before the inland valley warms. Direct sun and low humidity can increase fluid needs even on a mild day.
Past Santa Clarita Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, November 15, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
Santa Clarita Marathon FAQ
When is the Santa Clarita Marathon?
The 2026 Santa Clarita Marathon is on Sunday, November 15, 2026.
Is Santa Clarita Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Santa Clarita Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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