Peacock Gap Trail Run
Peacock Gap Trail Run offers a scenic half-marathon through China Camp State Park's historic trails.
Race Date
Dec 5, 2026
Location
San Rafael, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Location
- San Rafael, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Peacock Gap Trail Run invites participants to explore the rich history and natural beauty of China Camp State Park. Once a vibrant Chinese fishing village, the park now serves as a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering stunning views of Mt. Tam, San Pablo Bay, and the San Francisco Bay.
The course winds through twisting single-track trails, traversing thick forests and opening up to vistas on the San Pablo Bay side. While described as relatively fast, the half-marathon features a notable climb about 1.5 miles in, providing a good challenge before allowing runners to pick up the pace or enjoy the surrounding wilderness and its wildlife.
This unique event, first run in 2022 and now in its 4th edition, typically sees around 105 finishers, with about 20% returning for subsequent races. Runners hail from approximately 10 states, drawn to this special locale for a memorable trail running experience.
Race-provided description
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PEACOCK GAP TRAIL RUN
10K, HALF, 30K December 5, 2026 China Camp State Park San Rafael, CA
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RACE INFO
Once a thriving Chinese settlement subsisting off of shrimp fishing, China Camp is now a popular state park for boaters, runners/hikers, and mountain bikers. An extensive trail network will greet you with views of Mt. Tam, San Pablo Bay, and San Francisco Bay as you traverse twisting single-track trails, climbing up and over the peak. The courses wind along thick forests and descend out into open trails on the San Pablo Bay side of the park. Each race is relatively fast, with a nice punch of a climb beginning 1.5 miles into the course, leaving plenty of room to push it or just hike and enjoy the wild turkeys and sounds of the woods around you. China camp is a rare lo
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
800 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA, 94901
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Park, Lake River
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
Standout664 years running
~105 finishers a year
growing or steady
20% returning runners
5 timing sources · 5 photos
runners from 10 states
winner 1:33:47
typical high 56°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
44°
Afternoon (High)
57°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.0"
Precipitation
6 mph
Wind
87%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Peacock Gap Trail Run?
The Peacock Gap Trail Run is held on Saturday, December 5, 2026.
Where does the Peacock Gap Trail Run take place?
It takes place in San Rafael, California.
What distances does the Peacock Gap Trail Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Peacock Gap Trail Run course flat and good for a PR?
The Peacock Gap Trail Run is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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