What is the course like for Ocean Drive Marathon?

Very Flat course on Road/Pavement. See the elevation chart on this page for details.

Is Ocean Drive Marathon USATF certified?

Yes this race is listed as certified.

What are typical race-day temperatures for Ocean Drive Marathon?

Average ~52F (high 59F / low 44F).

Can I generate a pace band for Ocean Drive Marathon?

Yes use the Pace Band button on this page to create a course-specific pace band.

Ocean Drive Marathon | Race Info, Course, Elevation & Pace Band

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Ocean Drive Marathon

Cape May, NJ
Cancelled

5 Stars from 2 Reviews

Course Description

**The 2019 race is cancelled due to road construction on the course. Will return in 2020.**

The fast and flat point-to-point Ocean Drive Marathon is all on paved roads and boardwalks. The race begins in Victorian Cape May City, continues, via the Ocean Drive, over 4 drawbridges (all climbing to only 25 feet above sea level), through the fishing port of Lower Township onto the Wildwoods Island, through Middle Township, and into the island communities of Stone Harbor and Avalon. The course finishes on the Promenade on the island town of Sea Isle City.