Event Description

Along the Sacramento River the Half Marathon Runners will be crossing three bridges: The Sundial Bridge, The Ribbon Bridge, The Diestelhorst Bridge. The runners will Start out crossing the Turtle Bay  Sundial Bridge, and go north on paved paths in park surroundings most of the way, until they reach the Ribbon Bridge where they cross the Sacramento River and go south until they reach Middle Creek trail, which is an out and back, with a return to the River Trail. Once back on the river trail the runners cross back on the  Diestelhorst Bridge to the north side of the River. The runners then continue back to the Sundial Bridge where they cross back to the south side and the Start / Finish.

Besides the half marathon there is also a 10 K, which also goes along the Sacramento River, just less distance and a 2 mile run / walk for younger and older, who do not want the longer distances. Having the multiple distances makes it a very family friendly event.

The half marathon and the 10 K has been certified with American Track and Field Association, so for those of you, who needs a certified distance, this is another good reason to run this particular race.

Last year we added electronic timing, through individual tracking on your race bib, and as everybody liked it, we have kept it this year. This accounts for the slight increase in the fee for participating this year, where we absorb the the rest of the cost.

PLEASE NOTE : IF YOU SIGN UP AFTER August 18th 2023, YOU MAY NOT GET A SHIRT

Event details and schedule

Race packet pick up at the Sheraton, 840 Sundial Drive, Redding CA 96001 on Saturday September 30th,  12 noon to 4 pm. Sunday October 1st 7 am to 8 am. Late registrations can be done either day same hours.

Race starting times: Half Marathon 8:30 am, 10 K 8:45 am, 2 mile 9 am.

Electrolyte drinks,  nutrients as well as water will be available for half marathon.

Electrolyte drinks and water will be available for 10 k and 2 mile.

Start / Finish water and snacks will be available for all runners.

Four additional aid stations are available along the course.

Six individual rest rooms along the race track.

Medals for Half Marathoners.

The Top Three Overall male/female finishers in each race will receive special awards.

Awards will be given to the top three male / female age group finishers in each race

T-shirts for late registration not guaranteed