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Xterra Marin Headlands Trail Run

This half marathon mixes lots of tight singletrack with a little bit of dirt road and minimal pavement on a very challenging and hilly course. There are two aid stations and runners are advised to carry their own water. The trail runs along the cliffs above the ocean as well as throughout the beautiful Tennessee Valley, all within Golden Gate National Recreation Area. An awesome t-shirt, finisher medal, hot breakfast and coffee, and sweet raffle round out this unique race.

When: June
(This trail race takes place in June each year. Visit race website link below for details.)

Location: California, United States
Geographic Area: Marin Headlands
Nearby City: San Francisco

Event 1:

Race Length: 21 km (13 mi)
Elevation Gain: 2,175 feet (+167 ft/mi)
Elevation Loss: 2,175 feet (-167 ft/mi)
High Point: 875 feet
Low Point: 100 feet
75% dirt trails, 10% dirt roads, 15% paved

Event 2:

Race Length: 7 km (4.3 mi)
Elevation Gain: 650 feet (+151 ft/mi)
Elevation Loss: 695 feet (-162 ft/mi)
High Point: 700 feet
Low Point: 5 feet
90% dirt trails, 10% dirt roads, 0% paved

Additional Information

Website URL: http://www.trailrace.com/marin.html (opens new window)
Phone: 310.821.7898

Details

The 7k race covers the same trail as the first part of the 21k but turns around at the top of the first climb and heads down Miwok trail back to the finish line. This is a great climb with spectacular views.

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Submitted On: 5/11/2009
By: cmhanson

Editors: cmhanson, JoJo

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