ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes
ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes: a flat, fast half through scenic parkland.
Race Date
Nov 14, 2026
Location
Fremont, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Location
- Fremont, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 578
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Starting in the serene Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area, the ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes Half Marathon follows the flat, paved Alameda Creek Trail toward the mouth of Niles Canyon. This USATF-certified course offers a PR-friendly route with negligible elevation change, making it ideal for first-timers and seasoned runners chasing a fast time.
The race draws a small, loyal field of about 139 finishers, with runners coming from roughly five states. Despite its intimate size, the event is well-organized and offers a supportive atmosphere. The typical race-day weather—mid-40s to mid-60s with low precipitation—adds to the appeal.
At the finish, runners receive a commemorative T-shirt. The post-race vibe is low-key and community-focused, perfect for those seeking a stress-free half-marathon experience in the East Bay.
Race-provided description
The course starts in the scenic Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation area and follows the popular Alameda Creek Trail up to the mouth of Niles Canyon. All courses are flat and fast! The Half Marathon (CA19047RS) course is USATF certified.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area (Ensenada Pavilion), Fremont, CA, 94536
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Park
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
-0.14 m
Separation
0.2%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
CA19047RS · Quarry Lakes Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Standout6812 years running
~139 finishers a year
shrinking
9% returning runners
USATF certified · 4 timing sources
runners from 5 states
winner 1:26:24
typical high 64°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
64°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 578 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
578
Median time
2:12:01
Latest turnout
144
States
15
Turnout by year
2022–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes?
The ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes is held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes take place?
It takes place in Fremont, California.
What distances does the ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes course flat and good for a PR?
The ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes?
HalfRuns has finish records for 578 runners who have completed the ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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