2026 Avenue of the Giants Marathon

Race Overview

• Date: 2026-05-03
• Location: Dyerville Bridge Overlook, Arcata, CA
• Status: Currently sold out, accepting registrations for the waitlist only.
• More Information: Visit here.

Course Details

• Scenery: Runs through old growth redwoods and follows a natural creek.
• Location: Staged on "The Avenue of the Giants" in Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
• Elevation: Mostly flat with gentle hills: a fast destination race.
• Certification: The course is certified and the marathon is a Boston Qualifying event.

Sister Race

• Event: Consider joining our sister race, the Humboldt Redwoods Marathon.
• Course: Utilizes the same course as the Avenue of the Giants Marathon.
• Organized by: Produced by the same running club.

Race Experience

• Inspiration: The tall trees inspire every athlete to be strong.
• Environment: Located in a quiet state park, minimal distractions.
• Community: Join a passionate community of runners immersed in nature.