Horsethief Canyon Half Marathon

Alpine, United States • 1 Nov 2025

Horsethief Canyon Trail Half Marathon : 11/01/2025

The event is scheduled for 11/01/2025 in Alpine, California at Forest Rte 16S04. Distances listed for the event include:

  • 13.1 Mi (Half Marathon)
  • 10 Km

Registration categories include a half marathon. The race takes place within the Pine Creek Wilderness with permissions granted by the U.S. Forest Service.

Course and logistics

The course is an out-and-back on a dirt fire road. The route is mostly uphill to the turnaround and mostly downhill on the return. The fire road is described as very wide and not very technical, with good footing in varied weather. A volunteer will record bib numbers at the turnaround to verify completion.

Parking is available at the Horsethief Canyon Trailhead (Forest Rte. 16S04, Alpine, CA 91901). The organizer notes the need to respect the course and surrounding lands within the wilderness area. Reviews and contact options are listed by the event but no review content is provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 km
Half Marathon
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