Woodside Ramble
Woodside Ramble offers a challenging trail run through redwood forests and chaparral on the San Francisco Peninsula.
Race Date
Dec 19, 2026
Location
Woodside, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Location
- Woodside, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Woodside Ramble transforms the forested slopes and steep canyons of Huddart and Wunderlich Parks into a trail runner's paradise. Runners navigate the San Francisco Peninsula's natural beauty, following trails alongside streams and gullies beneath towering, moss-covered redwoods. The course climbs through mixed evergreen forests to drier, chaparral-covered ridgelines, offering breathtaking views and challenging hills.
Expect twisting single-track paths, including sections of the renowned Crystal Springs and Skyline Trails. This race is designed for all abilities, from first-time trail runners to seasoned ultra-marathoners, with distances including a half marathon. Wildlife sightings of deer, coyotes, and bobcats are common, adding to the immersive natural experience.
Race-provided description
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WOODSIDE RAMBLE
10K, Half, 35K, 50K December 19, 2026 Huddart County Park Woodside, CA
2026 Woodside Ramble Registration will Open June 2026!
Congratulations Woodside Ramble runners, hikers and frolickers!
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RACE INFO
The forested slopes and steep, cool canyons of Huddart and Wunderlich Parks are a trail running paradise within the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula. Along the many small streams and gullies, runners will enjoy the beautiful trails under the canopy of towering 2nd and 3rd generation, moss-covered redwoods. As you climb, you’ll enter the mixed evergreen forest, which leads to the drier chaparral and manzanita-covered area of the ridgeline. Soak in the breath
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 19, 2026
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
1100 Kings Mountain Rd, Woodside, CA, 94062
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest, Rural
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Hilly
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
6 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 57°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
55°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.3"
Precipitation
6 mph
Wind
85%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Woodside Ramble?
The Woodside Ramble is held on Saturday, December 19, 2026.
Where does the Woodside Ramble take place?
It takes place in Woodside, California.
What distances does the Woodside Ramble offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Woodside Ramble course flat and good for a PR?
The Woodside Ramble is a hilly, loop course course.
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