Avenue of the Giants Marathon

MAY
3
2026
Read all about the Avenue of the Giants Marathon on 3 May 2026 in Arcata.
Sun 3 May 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers

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About the race

Situated in Humboldt Redwoods State Park along the Avenue of the Giants in rural Northern California, the Avenue of the Giants Marathon offers marathon, half-marathon, and 10K distances. The USATF-certified course is a paved, double out-and-back that winds through old-growth redwoods and follows a natural creek, with mostly flat, fast sections and shade from towering trees. The marathon is a Boston Qualifier.

The event emphasizes an independently green organization with a community atmosphere, including finisher medals, age-group awards, and a spaghetti feed. Note: tall trees can block GPS signals during the run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Avenue of the Giants Marathon
Half Marathon
Avenue of the Giants 1/2 Marathon
10 km
Avenue of the Giants 10k

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