8th Annual Operation Jack Marathon

Race 4 Free:
Create a fundraising page at and raise just $100 and your race entry is free! Fundraising pages can be set up by CLICKING HERE.

Bib Pickup:
Bib pickup is race-day only at the race start area, beginning at 6 a.m.

Start Time:
7:30 a.m. Early start at 6:45 (only runners expecting to take longer than 6 hours, please)

Cutoff Time:
1:30 p.m.

Course Description:
Flat and fast 6.55-mile segment along the Pacific Ocean and Ballona Creek with snow-capped mountain views. Runners head north for 4.15 miles to the north turnaround on Ballona Creek, then head back 6.55 miles to the south turnaround in Manhattan Beach before returning 2.4 miles to the start/finish area. Full marathon runners complete the out-and-back twice.

Awards:
Top 3 overall, men/women (marathon, half-marathon, 5K)
Top 3 age group men/women, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (marathon, half-marathon)

Aid Stations:
Every two miles on the course. Water, Gatorade, first aid. Energy gels available at mile 13 and 17.

Family Friendly:
Jog strollers are welcome! As a courtesy, though, please start towards the back of the pack.

Timing:
Chip timed.

All Participants Receive:
– Race t-shirt
– Custom 4-inch die-cut medal
– On-course support and refreshments at the finish line