Course Map

After each year's marathon, we pay tribute to the star of the show... the course. Runners count on the course each year to pull them through each mile, and every year this course doesn't let them down.  Mile after mile the views and the sounds help propel one to the finish line. Be on the lookout for views on the course you might recognize from a hit tv show or movie. Many of those hot spots are part of this incredible course!

 

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The ING Miami Marathon® is an official Boston Marathon Qualifier.
USATF Certified Course #:
FL09006EBM

The Start Line:
The 26.2 mile course starts and finishes in the same general area. The race will start heading north in front of the American Airlines Arena (Official home of the Miami Heat).
Address: 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33131


The Finish Line:
Runners will finish heading north adjacent to Bayfront Park which is only 4 blocks south of the start line. Also known as the intersection of Biscayne Blvd & E. Flagler Street.
Address: 301 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33131


Marathon Aid Stations:
 

• Aid Stations will begin after the 2.8 Mile mark, there will be aid station approximately every mile thereafter.
• Water and Gatorade Endurance Formula (Lemon-Lime) will be provided at each aid station along the course.
• There will be an aid station at the start and finish line.
• Medical personnel will also be present at several stations, start line, and finish area. The University of Miami Health System will make sure runners are provided with top notch first-aid care.
• Over 125 Port-o-let units will be placed for your convenience throughout the course (near each aid station).

Course Elevation Information:
The truth is Miami and Miami Beach are at sea level; we have really no noticeable elevation changes. However, we do have to have a way to get from one beautiful piece of land to another without getting our feet in the water. Description of bridges or as we say in Miami "hills":
 

• A 1/4 of a mile into the race there is the largest of the bridges (9 meters above sea level - highest elevation on the course) that is really not too tough because it is gradual and early in the race. This bridge connects us to Watson Island.
• At the 2.5 mile mark you'll have a second incline that is less gradual of an incline but much lower in height than the first bridge. This connects us to the island of Miami Beach.
• At the 8.5 mile mark you'll encounter a "hump" drawbridge that really isn't anything that will slow you down nor take much out of you. This is just more island hopping.
• At the 10.5 mile mark there is another "hump" just slightly higher than the 8.5 mile drawbridge.
• At the 13.1 mile mark you'll find yourself with a drawbridge that gives you an incredible view of the Miami River but again it is not that tall of a bridge.
• At the 25.9 mile mark you'll go over a drawbridge that goes almost unnoticed because it is small and as you go up it you'll begin to hear the cheers and the music of the finish line.

Course Entertainment:
Miami is known for entertaining its visitors and residents, so of course we couldn't have a marathon without offering Miami-Style entertainment. In fact you'll be getting over 15 entertainment stations along your journey through paradise.


ING Community Fun Zone Challenge:
The ING Community Fun Zone Challenge is designed to encourage spectator and community participation in the ING Miami Marathon®. There are five Fun Zones along the 26.2 mile course, each being run by a different group or organization. The goal for the Fun Zones is to form a foundation in which we could continue to build into an event that involves, engages, and gives back to the community.

ING Cheering Zone - Omni Station
Mile: 10.5
Location: NE 15th St and Biscayne Blvd.
Hours of Operation: 6:40 AM to 8:55 AM

Tips: This ING Cheering zone is ideally located at Mile 10.5 to cheer both marathon and half marathon runners alike.

Getting There: From anywhere in downtown, take the MetroMover’s Omni loop to Omni station. Exit the train and you are there (aprox. 5 minutes ride)

What can you expect at the ING Cheering Zone?
 

• Go signs you can customize for your favorite runner
• Thunder sticks and other noise makers to “turbo boost” runners to the finish line
• Complimentary snacks and beverages
• ING Pace bands to estimate the time your runner will run by the ING Cheering Zone
• Emcee and live entertainment to keep you dancing in the streets and cheering for joy

What to bring with you?
 

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Bright, colorful clothing (preferably orange)
• Camera for that special moment…you know the one
• A reliable wristwatch to keep track of the race

Marathon Course Time Limit Policy:
In order to comply with city permits, the roads used will reopen in a graduated fashion. We require that participants be properly prepared and trained to complete the full marathon (26.2 miles) within 6 hours (~14 min/mile pace). However, the full marathon finish line will remain open for 7 hours (~16 min/mile pace). Please note that after the 6 hour pace, participant support (i.e. aid/water stations, volunteers, course marshals, clocks, etc.) is NOT guaranteed and you will be required to adhere to local pedestrian rules (move to curbsides, break down lanes, sidewalks, etc.). Medals and official finish times will be given to all finishers who complete the race within 7 hours.

Checkpoint
Marathon participants must reach the 12.8 mile mark within 3:15 in order to be allowed to continue, at which point participants will be encouraged to finish the half marathon.

Marathon Cut-Off Policy Summary:
► 3:15 for check point
► 6 hours (~14 min/mile) for the course
► 7 hours (~16 min/mile) for the finish line (use sidewalks, curbside, etc.)

*The cut-off times are based on chip time, not gun time, in consideration of the additional time it takes the start corrals to clear through the start line.

**These cut-off times are also based on industry benchmarks, a majority of the races throughout the US implement similar policies.


Other important course details:
 

• The course is a USATF certified flat single loop course.
• There are several bridges well spread out along the course with a very slight graduated incline. The bridges are being held in the closed-to-vessel position for the duration of the race.
• Digital time clocks will be positioned throughout the course.
• Course markers, directional arrows, and other signage will be positioned throughout the course.
• ChampionChip mats will be placed at the start, 10K, 13.1 Mile, 30K and finish line.
• Several digital clocks at the Finish Line will display unofficial times.
• The marathon will feature entertainment along the course for both spectators and runners.
• If you signed up for the full-marathon and you decide to run the half-marathon you will receive a full-marathon finisher's medal.
• Please adhere to 'courtesy corralling'. Line up at the start line area according to your estimated finish time.