Oc Marathon Reviews

  Scenic Course & Positive Vibes!!!

By JoJo about 2024

Review

I first ran the OC half marathon in 2012 and twice again these last 2 years. This year, I also ran the 5k with my 3 year old in a jogging stroller. The half marathon course is full of beautiful neighborhoods and scenic views along the beach. The after party with live band is always a blast! You cannot beat the perfect SoCal weather and SoCal vibes. This is definitely one of my favorite races that I look forward to each year!

  Great course for a PR

By GK about 2023

Review

Love the start, the great downhill second mile with all the views and the beautiful scenery that changes every few miles. Nice finish and the best post-race party I have ever been to.

Race Tips

Half gets a bit tight with slower marathoners but it all works out well

  My favorite and 1st Marathon

By KD about 2023

Review

Love the course. The crowd support.

Race Tips

Nothin better than running in your home town.

  Great race

By AM about 2017

Review

Well organized no delays In starting the race. Plenty of room to run. I used the pacer for 3 hrs and fell slightly behind and finished at 3:03 for a BQ.

Race Tips

It rained heavily during the race but was not cold rain. Be prepared for weather shift before race. Can be fast course nothing significant in terms of hills.

Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

Parking was great and easy to exit after race.

  

By WB about 2016

Review

The course has a great downhill first half, goes through a number of cities in Orange County and the views and terrain changes about every three miles. The weather is almost always perfect running weather and the party at the end is the best.

Race Tips

Great PR course. First half has the beauty, the second half is just flat and fast.

  

By Anonymous about 2016