Redding Marathon
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39–61°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change −492 ft
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Quiet course sections
The Lowdown
The Redding Marathon is a point-to-point road marathon in northern California that starts at Shasta Dam and finishes at the Sundial Bridge in Redding. The course follows the paved Sacramento River Trail through Old Shasta, an old railroad tunnel, the Diestelhorst Bridge and the Stress Ribbon Bridge. The organizer lists it as a Boston qualifier. The start is at 8:00 am and the course closes at 3:00 pm. A three-person relay and the Sundial 5K run on the same morning. Marathon and relay entrants receive a long-sleeve quarter-zip tech shirt, and the field is small, with more than 600 participants across all three events at the most recent edition.
Questions about the Redding Marathon 2027
When is the Redding Marathon 2027?
Sunday, January 17, 2027.
Where is the Redding Marathon?
Shasta Lake to Redding, CA, United States.
What time does the Redding Marathon start?
The race starts at 8:00 AM, local time.
What is the Redding Marathon time limit?
7 hours (course closes at 3:00 pm).
How do I enter the Redding Marathon 2027?
Registration is open. Jan 1, 2027: Price Increase. Jan 13, 2027: Registration Closes. Jan 17, 2027: Race Day.
How much does the Redding Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon: $90.
What is the Redding Marathon elevation gain?
120 m (394 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: −150 m (492 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Redding Marathon course like?
It passes Shasta Dam, Old Shasta and Rail Trail Tunnel.
What is the weather like at the Redding Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 4–16 °C (39–61 °F). Feels cool.
Where are the Redding Marathon results?
The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
Is the Redding Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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