Redwood (Spring) Trail Run
Redwood Trail Run offers a scenic half-marathon through Oakland's majestic Redwood Regional Park.
Race Date
Mar 20, 2027
Location
Oakland, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, March 20, 2027
- Location
- Oakland, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5 Miles, 18.3 Miles, 26.2 Miles, 50K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 697
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Redwood Trail Run invites participants into the serene embrace of Oakland's Redwood Regional Park for a half-marathon journey. Runners navigate the park's well-loved paths, experiencing the grandeur of towering redwoods on the Stream and Bridle trails, complemented by sweeping vistas from the East Ridge and West Ridge.
This event, now in its fifth year, typically sees around 110 finishers, drawing participants from approximately 13 states. The course is accurately measured, promising a true test of trail running. While the repeat-runner loyalty is modest at about 3%, the steady field size indicates a consistent draw for those seeking a nature-focused race.
The race concludes with a T-shirt giveaway, a simple yet appreciated memento of a day spent immersed in the natural beauty of the redwood forest. It's an opportunity to connect with the trails and enjoy the unique atmosphere of this Northern California gem.
Race-provided description
The course travels through beautiful Redwood Regional Park. Enjoy the spectacular views along the East Ridge and West Ridge trails and wind through tall redwoods on the popular Stream and Bridle trails. (Distances are accurately measured using a Rolatape® surveyor's measuring wheel.)
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, March 20, 2027
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Chabot Space & Science Center, Oakland, CA, 94619
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest, Park
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick475 years running
~110 finishers a year
shrinking
3% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 13 states
winner 1:39:09
typical high 61°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
61°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
81%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 697 finishers actually crossed the line across 5 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
697
Median time
2:35:55
Latest turnout
110
States
27
Turnout by year
2022–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Redwood (Spring) Trail Run?
The Redwood (Spring) Trail Run is held on Saturday, March 20, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Redwood (Spring) Trail Run take place?
It takes place in Oakland, California.
What distances does the Redwood (Spring) Trail Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5 Miles, 18.3 Miles, 26.2 Miles, 50K.
Is the Redwood (Spring) Trail Run course flat and good for a PR?
The Redwood (Spring) Trail Run is a rolling hills, loop course course.
How many people run the Redwood (Spring) Trail Run?
HalfRuns has finish records for 697 runners who have completed the Redwood (Spring) Trail Run.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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