Course comparison
McCourt Foundation LA Marathon vs Marine Corps Marathon
Two closely-matched courses — McCourt Foundation LA Marathon edges it for difficulty (5.2 vs 5.2 / 10).
Los Angeles, US
5.2/ 10 · Hard
McCourt Foundation LA Marathon: driven by a flat, fast course with mild conditions.
Arlington, VA, US
5.2/ 10 · Hard
Marine Corps Marathon: driven by a flat, fast course with mild conditions.
| Metric | McCourt Foundation LA Marathon | Marine Corps Marathon |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 5.2 · Hard | 5.2 · Hard |
| Distance | 42.20 km | 42.20 km |
| Elevation gain | 101 m | 124 m |
| Elevation loss | 187 m | 118 m |
| Highest point | 163 m | 81 m |
| Typical temp | 9–20 °C | 9–20 °C |
| Usual month | March | October |
| Cutoff | 6:30:00 | 7:00:00 |
McCourt Foundation LA Marathon — elevation
163 m118 m72 m
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163 m
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71 m35 m-2 m
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71 m
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