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Redwood (Summer) Trail Run

Name: Redwood (Summer) Trail Run
Start: 2025-08-16
End: 2025-08-16
Location: Oakland

Oakland, United States • 16 Aug 2025

The Redwood (Summer) Trail Run, held in Oakland, California, offers a scenic race experience through Redwood Regional Park. Participants can choose from multiple distances including 5 miles, half marathon, 30K, marathon, 50K, and a free kids' 50-yard dash for children six and under. The course features beautiful views along the East and West Ridge trails and winds through towering redwoods on the Stream and Bridle trails.

The terrain includes a mix of single track and dirt roads with varying elevation gains depending on the distance. Aid stations stocked with refreshments are spaced every 5-6 miles. The event emphasizes environmental care with a cupless format and provides awards and custom medals for finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Oakland

Race information

Registration

50 km

50k

26 mi

Marathon

30 km

30k

13 mi

Half Marathon

5 mi

5 Mile

Kid's Run (6yo & Younger, 50yd Dash) - Free!

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

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