Joshua Tree Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Joshua Tree Half Marathon is a night race in Joshua Tree, CA, with race day on November 1, 2025. The event is based at Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground and includes the following event types:
- Half Marathon
- Charity Bib
The race is held on a loop course through desert terrain and is organized as a cup-free event. Registration has tiered pricing periods listed for 2025.
Course and logistics
The course is a sandy trail loop mostly on dirt roads, with two short paved sections. Elevation gain is 461 ft and max elevation is 2,774 ft. Headlamps or flashlights are required. The course has a 4 hour chip-time limit (about 18 minutes per mile). Expect loose sand, loose rocks, and uneven terrain; strollers and wheelchairs are not allowed.
There are about five aid stations offering water, Gnarly Hydrate, Honey Stinger gels, toilets, and basic first aid. A medic is typically stationed near mile 9. The start, finish, and race expo take place at Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground (2601 Sunfair Rd). Spectators are asked not to drive along the course to avoid safety issues. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.