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Muir Woods Marathon

Name: Muir Woods Marathon
Start: 2026-05-09
End: 2026-05-09
Location: Stinson Beach

Stinson Beach, United States • 9 May 2026

The Muir Woods Marathon, Half Marathon, and 7 Mile race take place annually at Stinson Beach, California, offering a challenging trail running experience through the scenic Muir Woods. Participants start at sea level before ascending into dense redwood and oak forests along the historic Dipsea Trail, featuring natural obstacles like wooden ladders, rock staircases, and tree trunk scrambles. Runners enjoy sounds of brooks and waterfalls, culminating in panoramic summit views before descending back to Stinson Beach. The event limits entries to 300 runners, includes aid stations, and awards finisher medals for marathon and half marathon participants. The course is marked with orange ribbons, and headphones are prohibited for safety on narrow trails. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Stinson Beach

Race information

Website Registration

26 mi

Marathon

13 mi

Half Marathon

7 mi

7 Mile

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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