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Golden Gate Headlands Marathon

Mill Valley, United States • 4 Apr 2026

Set in the Marin Headlands, the Golden Gate Headlands Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K starts and finishes at the Historic Gunnery Range in Rodeo Valley, Mill Valley, California. The course traverses scenic single-track trails and fire roads, offering panoramic views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Pacific coastline. The marathon comprises two laps of the half-marathon loop.

The event is capped at 400 participants, creating an intimate atmosphere. Aid stations are at miles 6 (half and full) and miles 13 and 19 (full); the 10K has no aid stations. Walkers welcome; headphones are prohibited for safety. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Mill Valley

Race information

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26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
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