Spectator Guide
There are several options for you, as a spectator, to see your runner. Listed below are some options and recommended viewing locations.
The Start Line for the 1st Half Marathon and Full Marathon is on the Embarcadero at Mission Street. The Start Line for the 2nd Half Marathon and the Finish Line for the 1st Half Marathon is in Golden Gate Park near the Rose Garden (on JFK). The Finish Line for the 2nd Half Marathon and the Full Marathon is on the Embarcadero at Folsom.
Spectator Bus Tickets
Please check back later for 2011 Spectator Bus Tickets.
Official Cheer Stations
Host an Official Cheer Station with your Team, Club, Company, or Organization. Find out how!
Suggested Spectator Viewing Locations
#1: Presidio (between miles 4 and 5)
The steepest hill of the race is between miles 4 and 5 - right around the second water stop. Help support the participants by cheering them on as they go up this hill and enjoy beautiful views of the Golden Gate Bridge. The Sports Basement is located at 610 Mason St. in the Presidio, across from Crissy Field.
#2: Golden Gate Park (intersection of Tranverse Drive and JFK - just before mile 13)
At this cheering spot you can view the participants at different times in the race. Spectators can take the Spectator Bus from the Ferry Building to Golden Gate Park to cheer on the runners at this location, and then head back to the Ferry Building to meet the runners at the main finish line.
#3: The 1st Half Marathon Finish in Golden Gate Park (1st Half Mile 13.1)
Cheer your loved one at the Half Marathon point of the race! Cheer on the marathon runners, while watching the finish of the 1st Half Marathon. This cheer area is located on JFK Drive at 14th Avenue in Golden Gate Park's Rose Garden. Take the Spectator Bus from the Main Start Line to watch your runner finish.
#4: The 2nd Half Marathon Start in Golden Gate Park
Cheer your loved one at the 2nd Half Marathon Start! Cheer on the marathon runners, while watching the start of the 2nd Half Marathon. This cheer area is located at the corner of JFK Drive and 36th Avenue in Golden Gate Park. After cheering at the start, take the Spectator Bus to the main Finish Line to watch your runner finish the race!
#5: Haight Ashbury (between miles 19 & 20)
Watch runners cross this popular intersection in the Upper Haight District of the city. Runners need your support as they head into the final 10k. You can grab some breakfest or coffee as you wait at the many local cafes. This location can be found at the corner of Haight St. and Ashbury.
#6: Potrero Hill and the "Dogpatch" (miles 21 to 25)
Make some noise!! Help participants at one of the more difficult parts of the race. Cheer, dance and support the participants around Mile 22 to help them finish the race!