mostly within a block or two of the beach itself. The final 1.7 miles is run on the Long Branch boardwalk. The course has no significant hills and is virtually flat, outside of some gentle rolling stretches early on and several bridge crossings. It is USATF-certified, which allows runners to use the full marathon course to qualify for the following year’s Boston Marathon. Winners Key: Notes References Marathons in the United States Recurring sporting events established in 1997