Griffith Park Run
Race Date
Feb 1, 2026
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, February 1, 2026
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, Top Dog Division (No shirt included)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 2,233
The Experience
Run GPR is almost here, mark your calendar! Open to runners and walkers of all levels, from elite athletes to first-timers. This is the only half marathon that covers all the major trails of Griffith Park, with a special reward for the first male and female runners to conquer the final peak. Prefer shorter? Our 5K is flat, shaded, and incredibly scenic. Stick around for food trucks, an event expo, and the REI experience. Every participant receives a commemorative die-cast medal, premium t-shirt, and access to sampling booths. Run GPR is unlike any other event in Griffith Park. Proudly in partnership with the LA Parks Foundation and featuring one of the largest prize purses in the region.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, February 1, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA, 90027
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.1%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
CA17068RS · Griffith Park Run Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Standout7611 years running
~271 finishers a year
growing or steady
12% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 timing sources
runners from 12 states
winner 1:23:54
typical high 65°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
45°
Afternoon (High)
65°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.2"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,233 finishers actually crossed the line across 11 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
2,233
Median time
2:31:13
Latest turnout
397
States
24
Turnout by year
2017–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Griffith Park Run?
The Griffith Park Run is held on Sunday, February 1, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Griffith Park Run take place?
It takes place in Los Angeles, California.
What distances does the Griffith Park Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, Top Dog Division (No shirt included).
Is the Griffith Park Run course flat and good for a PR?
The Griffith Park Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Griffith Park Run?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,233 runners who have completed the Griffith Park Run.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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