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Marathons Found In San Francisco, California

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Marathons in & near San Francisco, California 2025 - 2026

The most comprehensive list of Marathons in and near San Francisco, California in 2025 - 2026. Find your perfect race!

Running a marathon in San Francisco is an experience that goes beyond the miles. The city’s hills are as much a part of the story as the Golden Gate Bridge or the bay views, turning 26.2 miles into a personal test of patience, strength, and determination.

These races take you through some of San Francisco’s most iconic spots, from colorful neighborhood streets to coastal stretches where the breeze can give you a second wind. The climbs are tough, but the reward is the sense of achievement that comes from finishing a marathon in a city known for its challenges. It’s the kind of finish line that stays with you, whether you’re chasing a time or simply looking to prove to yourself that you can do hard things.

organization is strong, with aid stations where you need them, on-course support, and clear guidance that helps you focus on your run. These marathons attract runners from all over, drawn by the promise of a race that’s as beautiful as it is demanding. If you’ve built up your endurance with a San Francisco half marathon, taking on the full distance here is a challenge worth embracing.

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Race Calendar: Marathons Found In San Francisco, California

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Lake Chabot Trail Run

Castro Valley, California
08 Nov 25
Free - $85.80
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Running Fence Run - A Celebration of Freedom and Democracy

Cotati, California
04 Jul 25 - 12 Sep 26
Free - $250.00
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Pinkathon 2025 Virtual and In-Person Challenge for Breast Cancer!

Any Place in the World!, California
01 May 25 - 31 Oct 25
Free - $27.50

Running Fence Run - A Celebration of Freedom and Democracy

Cotati, California
04 Jul 25 - 12 Sep 26
Free - $250.00

Redwood (Summer) Trail Run

Oakland, California
16 Aug 25
Free - $85.80

SPASM Crystal Springs Trail Run

Woodside, California
31 Aug 25
Free - $85.80

Diablo Trail Run

Clayton, California
07 Sep 25
Free - $85.80

LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD SAN LEANDRO 5K, 10, HALF MARATHON & MARATHON

San Leandro, California
11 Oct 25
$34.00 - $133.50

2025 Humboldt Redwoods Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K

Weott, California
12 Oct 25
$54.25 - $128.45

ZombieRunner Halloween

San Jose, California
01 Nov 25
Free - $80.50

Lake Chabot Trail Run

Castro Valley, California
08 Nov 25
Free - $85.80

ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes

Fremont, California
06 Dec 25
Free - $80.50

Modesto Marathon

Modesto, California
22 Mar 26
$48.70 - $122.90
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