The Hoag OC Marathon offers a unique experience for runners of all levels. Starting in the picturesque Newport Beach, the course winds through beautiful neighborhoods and finishes at the OC Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa.

The first half of the route delights with stunning coastal views and affluent neighborhoods of Newport Beach. The second half takes runners through the bustling urban environment of Costa Mesa, offering a variety of landscapes and endurance challenges.

Support along the course is commendable. Volunteers provide numerous aid stations, and spectators cheer on the participants. The post-race atmosphere at the OC Fair and Event Center is lively and festive, with plenty of refreshments and unique medals.

OC Marathon

Post-Race Review/ Results

Peter Omae Ayieni won the OC marathon with a time of 2 hours 31 minutes and 18 seconds

OC Marathon Winners Successfully Defend Their Titles

Human Interest Story

Street closures and parking restrictions will be in store for residents of the Corona del Mar area this weekend as more than twelve-thousand runners descend upon the city for the OC Marathon events

OC Marathon To Bring Racers, Road Closures To Corona Del Mar On Sunday

The OC Marathon is expecting to top the record of fifteen-thousand runners from 2011 with it's current registrations running thirty-percent ahead of last year at this same time.

OC Marathon On Pace For Record Entries

Entries for the 2012 OC Marathon, one of the premier destination races in Southern California, are 30 percent ahead of last year and expected to top the record 15,000 runners in 2011.  Among the reasons for the growth spurt are the popularity of the "Beach Cities 
Challenge", the "Kids Run the OC presented by Nutrilite&reg;" and the all-new "OC Tastefest."  The OC Marathon is considered as one of the best full and half marathon courses in the state due to its diverse terrain, changing vistas and majestic ocean views.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results