Redwood (Summer) Trail Run
Redwood Trail Run offers a scenic escape through Oakland's majestic parkland.
Race Date
Aug 15, 2026
Location
Oakland, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Location
- Oakland, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5 Miles, 30K, 26.2 Miles, 50K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 394
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Redwood Trail Run invites participants into the serene beauty of Redwood Regional Park. Runners navigate through groves of towering redwoods on popular paths like the Stream and Bridle trails, experiencing the unique atmosphere of this natural sanctuary.
The course, accurately measured, winds along the East Ridge and West Ridge trails, offering spectacular views. With an average of approximately 99 finishers across its four editions, this event provides an intimate trail running experience. Runners typically hail from about seven states, drawn to the park's natural splendor and the steady, reliable nature of the event.
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, August 15, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Chabot Space & Science Center (annex lot), Oakland, CA, 94619
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick424 years running
~99 finishers a year
shrinking
8% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 7 states
winner 1:26:44
typical high 76°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
76°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
80%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 394 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
394
Median time
2:35:31
Latest turnout
99
States
20
Turnout by year
2022–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Redwood (Summer) Trail Run?
The Redwood (Summer) Trail Run is held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Redwood (Summer) Trail Run take place?
It takes place in Oakland, California.
What distances does the Redwood (Summer) Trail Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5 Miles, 30K, 26.2 Miles, 50K.
Is the Redwood (Summer) Trail Run course flat and good for a PR?
The Redwood (Summer) Trail Run is a rolling hills, loop course course.
How many people run the Redwood (Summer) Trail Run?
HalfRuns has finish records for 394 runners who have completed the Redwood (Summer) Trail Run.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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