Montara Mountain Trail Run
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Event overview
The Montara Mountain Trail Run takes place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in Pacifica, California at San Pedro Valley Park (600 Oddstad Boulevard, Pacifica, CA 94044). The event offers multiple trail distances and a free kids dash.
- 10K
- Half Marathon
- 20 mi
- Marathon
- 50K
- Kid's Run (6 years and younger, 50 yd dash)
Course and logistics
Courses are marked with ribbon approximately every 200 yards and use color coding and polka-dot flagging to indicate turns; blue ribbons mark wrong directions. The event is cupless: runners should bring their own fluid container; limited Hydrapak SpeedCups will be available for purchase at check-in. Fully stocked aid stations are placed every 6–7 miles, offering fresh fruit, salty snacks, candy, water, and Skratch electrolyte drink. Runners are advised to carry at least 20 oz. of water between aid stations.
Elevation gain and surface breakdown by distance:
- 10K: Elevation gain 1,200'; single track 89%, dirt road 5%, asphalt 6%.
- Half Marathon: Elevation gain 2,900'; single track 73%, dirt road 25%, asphalt 2%.
- 20 mi: Elevation gain 4,640'; single track 68%, dirt road 30%, asphalt 2%.
- Marathon: Elevation gain 5,840'; single track 73%, dirt road 24%, asphalt 3%.
- 50K: Elevation gain 6,700'; single track 75%, dirt road 23%, asphalt 2%.
Additional notes: bib and shirt pick-up is at the Walnut Grove picnic area (arrive before your event); drop bags are allowed for 20 mi, Marathon, and 50K at the start/finish; headphones are permitted only on dirt road sections; dogs are not allowed on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.