Course
The Surgical Artistry Modesto Marathon course is certified as a Boston qualifier. USATF certification code is #CA11016RS full and CA10002RS half & 5k.
Marathon
The Modesto Marathon course features a downtown 7 a.m. start on the corner of 11th & M St., and travels through scenic tree-lined historic college neighborhoods, including the celebrated "house in the middle of the road." Runners will then head past Modesto Junior College's west campus, and into the countryside viewing the beautiful Diablo Mountain Range, passing the San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge. Runners then head back toward town, finishing near the host Doubletree Hotel/Modesto Convention Center.
The flat, fast course will be open 7 hours, allowing adequate time for first-time marathoners.
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Half Marathon
The Modesto Half Marathon course features a downtown 7 a.m. start on the corner of 11th & M St. in conjunction with the Modesto Marathon. Runners will travel through scenic tree-lined historic college neighborhoods, including the celebrated "house in the middle of the road," then past Modesto Junior College's west campus, and into the countryside surrounded by scenic orchards. Runners will then turn around and run back toward town, finishing near the host Doubletree Hotel/Modesto Convention Center.
The Half Marathon course is flat and fast, and will remain open 7 hours. Walkers and first-timers are especially encouraged to participate in the 13.1-mile event.
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5K
The 3.1-mile loop begins at 7:20 a.m. on the corner of 11th & M St. and travels from downtown Modesto through beautiful tree-lined streets, including Graceada Park and the celebrated "house in the middle of the road." The course then turns down the Virginia Corridor, winding back to the finish on M Street, near the host Doubletree Hotel/Modesto Convention Center.
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Course Access points
Want to track your favorite runner? Click on the image below to see our .pdf access map for spectators.
FREE Race Photos
Our official photographers at Captivating Sports Photo's will be taking pictures at the event and will also use a back drop at the finish line. All photo's are free and can be downloaded from their website.
