Scenic score
- The San Francisco Marathon 5K
- 88/100 Favoured
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A data-led head-to-head using sourced race facts and available derived figures under one published methodology.
Data current as ofThe San Francisco Marathon 5K and San Francisco Half Marathon, 10K & 5K split the available advantages, so the better choice depends on which metric matters most to the runner.
| Metric | The San Francisco Marathon 5K | San Francisco Half Marathon, 10K & 5K |
|---|---|---|
| Scenic score | 88/100 ✓ | 85/100 |
| Conditions | 65/100 | 75/100 ✓ |
Only metrics available for at least one side are shown. A ✓ marks the better value for each metric (higher-is-better aware). Scores are out of 100 when available. Ascent, climbing density, max absolute grade and median finish describe course or field context and are not marked as better or worse.
| Fact | The San Francisco Marathon 5K | San Francisco Half Marathon, 10K & 5K |
|---|---|---|
| Race date | 2026-07-25 | 2026-02-01 |
| Location | San Francisco, California | San Francisco, California |
| Actual distance | 5 km | 5 km |
| RaceIndex mapped route held | Not held | Not held |
| RaceIndex elevation profile held | Not held | Not held |
| Surface | Unavailable | Paved roads and park promenade (closed roads within Golden Gate Park and on the Great Highway). |
| Terrain | Road | Trail |
| Scenery | City, Waterfront, Coastal, Parkland, Forest, Historic | Parkland, Countryside, Coastal, Waterfront, Forest, City |
| Atmosphere | Unavailable | Big City, Scenic Tour, Charity |
| Entry model | Open | Open |
Facts are shown only when they exist in the sourced race record; Not held means no sourced value is held for that race.