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Western Pacific Marathon

Name: Western Pacific Marathon
Start: 2026-03-28
End: 2026-03-28
Location: Fremont

Fremont, United States • 28 Mar 2026

Event overview

Western Pacific 2026 is a running event on March 28, 2026 at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area, 2100 Isherwood Way, Fremont, CA 94536. The event offers three in-person race distances and a remote runner option. The organizer notes the course follows sections of the Western Pacific Trail and Alameda Creek Trail.

Course and format

Distances:

Half marathon
10K
5K

All races begin and end at Quarry Lakes. The 10K and half marathon routes use the Alameda Creek Trail. The course is described as mostly flat and follows trails that are primarily dirt fire roads. Some sections include gravel used for erosion control and there is a short paved section. Hikers, walkers, and runners are welcome. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Fremont

Race information

Website Registration

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

5 km

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

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