Ruth McKenzie Preserve Half Marathon
Clovis, United States • 12 Apr 2026
Event overview
The Ruth McKenzie Preserve event on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Clovis, CA includes multiple trail races and kids runs held at the McKenzie Table Mountain Preserve. Distances offered:
- Half Marathon
- 10k Run/Walk
- 5k Run/Walk
- Kids 1/2 Mile Run
- Kids 1/4 Mile Run (ages 7 & under)
Packet pickup is scheduled at Fleet Feet Sports Fresno and on a race-day pickup at the McKenzie Preserve. Parking is available near the preserve entrance, and the start/finish is just up the dirt road from the parking area.
Course, aid and awards
The Half Marathon follows dirt roads with rolling hills, some single-track sections, and a climb to the top of Table Mountain. The 10k and 5k routes are primarily flat to rolling hills. The course has rocks and ruts and will be marked with orange ribbon, orange flags, and signs with directional arrows.
Aid stations provide water, Spring Energy Gels, Gatorade and salty/sweet snacks. Aid station locations:
- 5k: one aid station at mile 1.8
- 10k: aid stations at miles 2.7 and 4.8 (turnaround)
- Half Marathon: aid stations at miles 2.7, 4.8, 6.8, 9.2, and 11.1
Finishers in all events receive a medal. The Half Marathon, 10k and 5k have overall male and female awards and awards three deep in 10-year age groups. Post-race refreshments include water, Gatorade and beer (21+). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.