Rodeo Valley Trail Run

Sausalito, United States • 1 Aug 2026

Rodeo Valley Trail Run - Sausalito, CA

The Rodeo Valley Trail Run takes place at Rodeo Beach in the Marin Headlands within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The course runs near historic Fort Cronkhite and follows coastal singletrack and fire roads with sustained climbs and descents, offering views of the Pacific Ocean and occasional glimpses of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Available race distances:

  • 8K
  • Half Marathon
  • 30K
  • 50K

The course is mostly non technical dirt trail and fire road; hiking or trekking poles are permitted. Courses are marked with colored ribbons and signs; blue ribbons indicate wrong way. Races are chip timed using disposable timing chips attached to bibs. The event has an overall capacity of 350 runners. There is an 8.5 hour time limit for the 50K and 30K distances.

Aid stations provide a variety of foods and beverages such as electrolyte mixes, water, trail mix, PB&J sandwiches, and seasonal fruit. Gu energy gels are not provided at aid stations located on GGNRA property at Conzelman and Tennessee Valley. This is a cupless event; runners must carry their own water bottle or reusable cup. Drop bag services are not available.

Post race awards include custom medals for all finishers, trophies for top three overall male and female finishers per distance, age group medals, a pint glass for 50K finishers, and a dead last finisher award. Volunteers receive a race T shirt, food, and event credit options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
30 km
30k
Half Marathon
1/2 Marathon
8 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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