The Long Beach race course combines spectacular oceanfront views, charming seaside communities, and the metropolitan feel at the start and finish. Fast, Flat and Scenic. 80% on or within sight of the ocean. The highest elevation on the course is 45 feet. The Course starts on Shoreline Drive, passes the new Pike at Shoreline Village, crosses the Queensway Bridge and runs to the bow of the Queen Mary, circle back around the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Lighthouse at Rainbow Harbor, Pierpoint Landing, back by Shoreline Village and down the beach. At approximately Mile 10.5, is “the split” where the Half Marathoners circle back west on Ocean Blvd. Marathoners continue east on Ocean Blvd. to Livingston, passing through beautiful Belmont Shore. Miles 12-13 take in the spectacular scenery of Marine Stadium, then make a U-Turn at the end of Marine Stadium. After leaving Marine Stadium, runners circle Colorado Lagoon and head towards California State University, Long Beach Miles 17, 18, and 19 travel through the campus of California State University, Long Beach and pass the Pyramid Sports Complex. The University campus always has great student support and usually is a welcomed surprise by runners. You’ll pass Recreation Park , Blair Field and the Colorado Lagoon, the homestretch is now in sight. Reconnect to Ocean Blvd. alongside beautiful Bluff Park, and head through “the corridor” after mile 25 before reaching downtown. Celebrate as you turn left from Ocean Blvd. onto Shoreline Drive for the slight downhill finish directly across from the Marina Green Finish Line Festival.