• Marathon
  • 42.2 km
  • Ojai and Ventura
  • Event dates
  • Qualification entry

Mountains 2 Beach Marathon

This race edition

Race date
Date not confirmed for this distance
Race timezone
Timezone not confirmed
Edition status
Status not confirmed

Entry options

2027 edition

Entry options are not yet confirmed for this edition. Check the organiser before making plans.

Decision summary

Mountains 2 Beach Marathon at a glance

Typical conditions
84/100

Historical race-date favourability, not a forecast

Evidence depth
40 verified facts

Stored GPS route

Quick answers

What runners ask first

Mountains 2 Beach Marathon route map

raceindex.org has a GPS course file for Mountains 2 Beach Marathon, so runners can inspect the route line on the map. Elevation charts and ascent figures appear only when that file includes usable elevation data.

How hilly is the Mountains 2 Beach Marathon?

The Mountains 2 Beach Marathon is described as net downhill. The course listing puts the climb at 163 m. The course notes also call it uSATF certified, fully closed, lightning-fast net-downhill Boston Qualifier.

Where does the Mountains 2 Beach Marathon route go?

The Mountains 2 Beach Marathon route starts at Downtown Ojai, California and finishes at San Buenaventura State Beach Park near the Ventura Pier. Underfoot, expect paved roads and bike path. It passes Ojai Valley Trail, Ventura River Basin, Historic Downtown Ventura, Ventura Coastline and Ventura Pier. USATF certified, fully closed, lightning-fast net-downhill Boston Qualifier.

What should runners know on race day for the Mountains 2 Beach Marathon?

Fully closed course with police support. 20 pace groups from 3:10 to 5:30.

Race character

Scenery

  • Coastal
  • City
  • Historic
  • Parkland
  • Mountain
  • Countryside
  • Riverside
  • Waterfront

Atmosphere

  • Scenic Tour
  • Competitive
  • Destination

Terrain

  • Road
  • Mixed
  • Beach
Elevation character
Net Downhill
Technicality
Non Technical
Source-stated ascent
163 m
Net elevation
-221 m

Entry, logistics and records

Entry requirements

Entry status
Qualification entry: Entry requirement held: Boston Marathon Qualifier (USATF-certified course).
Qualification status
Boston Equivalent
Prior experience
Boston Marathon Qualifier (USATF-certified course)

Race day logistics

Pacers
20 pace groups from 3:10 to 5:30
Closed roads
Fully closed course with police support.
Expo / packet pickup
Packet pickup and expo Saturday, April 17, 2027, 10 AM-5 PM.
Race village
No
Medal
Every finisher receives a medal.

Access and course status

Start
Downtown Ojai, California
Finish
San Buenaventura State Beach Park near the Ventura Pier

Course facts

Course type
Point To Point
Surface
Paved roads and bike path
Landmarks
Ojai Valley Trail, Ventura River Basin, Historic Downtown Ventura, Ventura Coastline, Ventura Pier
Notable features
  • USATF certified, fully closed, lightning-fast net-downhill Boston Qualifier

What are typical race-day conditions?

  • 16°CTypical temperature
  • 12 kphTypical wind
  • 1 mmTypical rainfall
  • 84Favourability /100
Typical conditions for the race date and locality, warmer than the endurance-optimal window. These are climatological norms, not a forecast, and are shared across every distance at this event.