Coyote Hills
Coyote Hills Half Marathon runs by the bay in Fremont's scenic park.
Race Date
Jan 30, 2027
Location
Fremont, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, January 30, 2027
- Location
- Fremont, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 13.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 3,950
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
Coyote Hills Half Marathon winds through Coyote Hills Regional Park in Fremont, California, with the San Francisco Bay as a tranquil backdrop. The course is run on paved paths and is notably welcoming—walkers are explicitly invited, making it a perfect fit for beginners. With a median field of around 325 finishers, the race maintains an intimate, low-key atmosphere.
Now in its 15th edition (2026), Coyote Hills has cultivated steady loyalty: about a fifth of runners return in later years. Typical race-day temperatures fall in the 40s to 50s, ideal for a comfortable run. The event also offers 10K and 5K distances, drawing families and casual participants. After finishing, runners can soak in the park's natural beauty—a calm reward for a relaxed morning by the bay.
Race-provided description
Half Marathon, 10K and 5K at Coyote Hills Regional Park in Fremont, California.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, January 30, 2027
Start Time
7:30 AM
Start Location
9400 Quarry Rd, Fremont, CA, 94555
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout8015 years running
~325 finishers a year
shrinking
22% returning runners
7 timing sources · 5 photos
runners from 2 states
winner 0:58:23
typical high 58°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
44°
Afternoon (High)
58°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.2"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
75%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 3,950 finishers actually crossed the line across 15 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
3,950
Median time
2:15:47
Latest turnout
152
States
34
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Coyote Hills?
The Coyote Hills is held on Saturday, January 30, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Coyote Hills take place?
It takes place in Fremont, California.
What distances does the Coyote Hills offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 13.2 Miles.
Is the Coyote Hills course flat and good for a PR?
The Coyote Hills is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Coyote Hills?
HalfRuns has finish records for 3,950 runners who have completed the Coyote Hills.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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