ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026

Los Angeles, California, United States

26.2 miles (42.2 km) · 812 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · Race

ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026 is a 26.2-mile point-to-point race in Los Angeles, California, United States, gaining 812 feet of elevation. The race follows a steadily descending elevation profile, finishing 222 feet lower than it starts. The terrain covers 4 distinct sections with no major climbs. Nearly the entire route is runnable at a steady effort. The race both opens and finishes with mixed terrain.

Route facts

Distance	26.2 mi (42.2 km)
Elevation gain	812 ft (247 m)
Average gain	31 ft per mile (6 m per km)
Longest climb	7.7 mi, 130 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	7.6%
Runnable	100% of the route
Climbs / descents	0 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Steady descent
Difficulty score	1.1 of 100
Route shape	Point to Point
Type	Race

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	90%
Mild uphill	3%
Mild downhill	5%
Moderate downhill	2%

Questions about ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026

How much elevation gain does ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026 have?

ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026 has 812 ft (247 m) of elevation gain over 26.2 miles (42.2 km). That averages 31 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026?

The difficulty score for ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026 is 1.1 of 100. That is harder than 12.8% of routes at a similar distance. About 100% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026?

The longest climb on ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026 runs 7.7 miles (12.4 km) and gains 130 ft (40 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 7.6%.