San Joaquin River Trail Half Marathon
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Event details
The San Joaquin River Trail Half Marathon & 10K takes place in Auberry, CA on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The event includes the following distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
All participants receive a custom finisher medal and a custom event shirt. Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers and to the top three finishers in 10-year age groups for men and women.
Course and logistics
Both courses are primarily single-track trail in the foothills, with about 2500 feet of elevation gain and more than 90% single-track surface. The terrain includes steep hills and rough sections; runners are advised to carry a handheld water bottle and preferred nutrition. Aid stations: the 10K has one aid station near mile 4 with water, GU gels, Skratch, and snacks. The half marathon has aid stations at miles 4, 6, 9.6, and 11.7. The route will be marked with signs showing directional arrows and orange ribbon.
Location and parking: the venue is the San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area, 40060 Smalley Road, Auberry, CA 93602. Parking is available near the start/finish in the Aholul Campground, in lower and upper parking lots, and in cleared dirt areas along the roadside (not on the shoulder). Do not park in the equestrian area; additional parking is available on Smalley Road if needed. Early bib and shirt pickup is listed for Friday, 28th from 3:30-5:30pm at Fleet Feet Sports Fresno, 9447 N Fort Washington Suite 106, Fresno, CA 93730. Post-race refreshments will be provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.