2026 Humboldt Redwoods Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K
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About the Race
We'll forgive you if you have trouble concentrating on the road ahead of you while running The Humboldt Redwoods Marathon, half or 5K. After all, you'll probably be looking up at the old-growth redwood trees which tower over the course! This race is in Humboldt Redwoods State Park and the Half Marathon follows the second half of the iconic Avenue of the Giants Marathon course. All courses are USATF Certified. The Marathon is a Boston qualifier. The race starts and finishes at the Dyerville Br...
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How hard is the 2026 Humboldt Redwoods Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K Marathon?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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