The Presidio Half Marathon
Presidio Half Marathon: iconic Golden Gate Bridge run with pancake finish.
Race Date
Jun 21, 2026
Location
San Francisco, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Presidio Half Marathon delivers on its promise of an iconic course. Starting at Crissy Field, runners wind through the forested Presidio before climbing to the Golden Gate Bridge—a rare chance to race across this world-famous landmark with sweeping bay and ocean views. The course is a mix of paved roads and unpaved trails, with rolling hills that keep it interesting but manageable, as one runner noted the "surprisingly gentle" gradient.
The atmosphere is festive, with live music and cheering spectators along the route. The finish line at Crissy Field hosts San Francisco's largest pancake breakfast, a well-earned reward. However, the race's growing popularity has led to logistical challenges: packet pickup can be lengthy, and the shared course with shorter distances creates congestion, especially on the bridge. Despite these quirks, the breathtaking scenery and unique opportunity to run over the Golden Gate make this a memorable destination race.
Race-provided description
A Stunning Run Across The Golden Gate Bridge Reserve Your Spot in The Presidio Half Marathon! Picture yourself running on a summer's day, surrounded by breathtaking coastal views, vibrant blue skies, and the magnificent San Francisco skyline. The Presidio Half Marathon offers the rare opportunity to run across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge—an unforgettable experience with the panoramic views we all love. Your journey begins at Crissy Field, winds along Presidio trails, and takes you across this world-famous landmark. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievement with our signature pancake breakfast — San Francisco's largest pancake breakfast! Choose Your Race: Half Marathon10K5K Fun Run + Walk Why You’ll Love It: Iconic Course: Experience the thrill of running across the Golden Gate Bridge with stunning bay views.Cool Swag: Custom race T-shirt and exclusive finisher medal.Post-Race Celebration: Delicious pancake breakfast, refreshing drinks, live music, and a vibrant expo filled wit…
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, June 21, 2026
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
610 Old Mason St., San Francisco, CA, 94129
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Coastal, Forest
Surface
Paved, Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
5 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 62°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
64°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
20 mph
Wind
81%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the The Presidio Half Marathon?
The The Presidio Half Marathon is held on Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Where does the The Presidio Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in San Francisco, California.
What distances does the The Presidio Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the The Presidio Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The The Presidio Half Marathon is a rolling hills, out & back course.
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