2026 Avenue of the Giants Marathon
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 7:45AM PDT
- Location Arcata, California
- Price $75.45 - $128.45
- Races 3 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the stunning 2026 Avenue of the Giants Marathon on Sunday, May 3rd, 2026, set in the breathtaking Humboldt Redwoods State Park in rural Northern California. This iconic race runs through towering old-growth redwoods and alongside a serene natural creek, offering a unique and inspiring backdrop for runners of all levels. While the marathon is currently sold out, eager participants can still sign up for the waitlist. Don’t miss the chance to experience one of the world’s most beautiful races, which features a gently winding paved course that is mostly flat and fast, perfect for achieving personal bests or qualifying for the Boston Marathon.
If you can’t wait until May, consider participating in our sister event, the Humboldt Redwoods Marathon this fall, which also utilizes the same stunning course. Get ready to be inspired by nature and challenge yourself in a race that celebrates both athleticism and the awe of the great outdoors!
If you can’t wait until May, consider participating in our sister event, the Humboldt Redwoods Marathon this fall, which also utilizes the same stunning course. Get ready to be inspired by nature and challenge yourself in a race that celebrates both athleticism and the awe of the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
The race is currently sold out and we are accepting registrations for the waitlist only. Please consider our sister race this fall, the Humboldt Redwoods Marathon [https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Weott/HumboldtRedwoods]. It uses the same course as the Avenue of the Giants Marathon and is produced by the same running club.
The Avenue of the Giants is one of the most beautiful races in the world! It runs through old growth redwoods and follows a natural creek in the middle of a state park. Staged on "The Avenue of the Giants" in Humboldt Redwoods State Park, located in rural Northern California. Course is on a paved road that winds gently up hill but is mostly a flat, fast destination race. With little to distract you, the tall trees inspire the athlete in each of us to be strong. The course is certified and the marathon is a Boston Qualifying event.
The Avenue of the Giants is one of the most beautiful races in the world! It runs through old growth redwoods and follows a natural creek in the middle of a state park. Staged on "The Avenue of the Giants" in Humboldt Redwoods State Park, located in rural Northern California. Course is on a paved road that winds gently up hill but is mostly a flat, fast destination race. With little to distract you, the tall trees inspire the athlete in each of us to be strong. The course is certified and the marathon is a Boston Qualifying event.
Races
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Avenue of the Giants Marathon
Incl. $8.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:45AM PDT)
$128.45
Must be able to complete Marathon in 6 hours. Must pass half way point in 3 hours or less in order to complete second half. Runners who do not pass this point in the allotted time will be directed to the finish line and transferred into the half marathon results. -
Avenue of the Giants 1/2 Marathon
Incl. $7.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$107.25
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Avenue of the Giants 10k
Incl. $5.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$75.45
Walkers welcome!
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