Running
Marathon
42.2 km
Start: Apr 3, 12:00 PM
Savin Rock Marathon & Half Marathon
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Road runs in United States, West Haven
Distances
Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km
Start: Apr 3, 12:00 PM
Running
5K
5 km
About
Connecticut’s 2nd largest marathon taking place on the shoreline in West Haven. The challenging USATF-certified course features two loops for the marathon with sea breezes, hills, and aid stations every ~2 miles. Includes options to drop down from the marathon to the half.
Catering & aid stations
Aid stations approximately every 2 miles beginning at Mile 2.5, stocked with Poland Spring Water and Gatorade Endurance. Porto-Let toilets at miles 4.5, 6.55, 13.1, 17.6, 21.5 for the marathon; at miles 2.75, 4.75, 6.75, 8.75, 10.75 for the half. Finish line offers fresh bagels and bananas.
Pacers
Pacemaker information is provided for marathon start waves for target times (7:30am early start for 5:30–6:30 hour marathon runners; second loop closes at 10:40am). For half marathon, planned start times align with target pace groups; early starts are available for those aiming for a 2:30–3:30 half.
Surface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in West Haven
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan37°25°
↑ 07:16
↓ 16:47
Feb39°26°
↑ 06:48
↓ 17:25
Mar47°32°
↑ 07:04
↓ 18:59
Apr56°41°
↑ 06:12
↓ 19:32
May66°51°
↑ 05:34
↓ 20:04
Jun75°61°
↑ 05:19
↓ 20:27
Jul81°68°
↑ 05:33
↓ 20:24
Aug80°67°
↑ 06:02
↓ 19:52
Sep74°61°
↑ 06:33
↓ 19:02
Oct63°51°
↑ 07:05
↓ 18:12
Nov52°40°
↑ 06:41
↓ 16:33
Dec42°31°
↑ 07:12
↓ 16:24
Route maps
What's included in entry
- Race T-shirt (men’s/women’s short-sleeve tech)
- Custom finisher medal (choice of 2 designs for half; multiple options for marathon)
- Free downloadable race photos and finisher certificate via EliteFeats
FAQ
When is the race date and registration cutoff?
Race day is Saturday, April 3, 2027. Early registration ends December 31, 2025; on-site registration begins 6:05 AM race day. Late pre-registration ends February 28, 2026.
What is the course certification and qualifier status?
The marathon is USATF Certified Course #CT25002JHG and is a Boston Marathon Qualifier. The half marathon is USATF Certified Course #CT25001JHG.
Are there age divisions and awards?
Yes. Custom awards are given to the top 3 men and women overall and in every 5-year division (15–80+). Age-group winners can collect awards from the awards table; no ceremony is held.
Can I transfer or defer my entry?
Transfers are allowed until February 28, 2026 ($25 fee). Deferrals to 2027 are allowed until February 28, 2025 ($25 fee). No refunds are offered.
What should I know about early starts and DQ rules?
Early starts are only for runners aiming for 5:30–6:30 marathon times (7:30 AM) or 2:30–3:30 half times (6:30 AM). You will be DQ’d if you start early and finish faster than ~5:15 (marathon) or 2:15 (half) as a precaution.
What is the ‘Drop Down Guarantee’?
Any marathoner may drop down to the half marathon and receive an official half finish. You can stop before the second loop or finish the half; your half split time will be official.
What is the series streak challenge?
Finish all three 2026 Shoreline Sharks half marathons (Savin Rock, Hamden Hills, Gulf Beach) to earn a free custom Series Streaker Hoodie. Details and submission instructions are provided on the event pages.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:25:21 AM
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