Griffith Park Resolution Run
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Event overview
The Griffith Park Resolution Run takes place on Sunday, January 4, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA (4800 Crystal Springs Drive, 90027). The event includes multiple race options:
- Half Marathon
- 12K
- 5K
- 15K Relay (team of three)
Registration is open with tiered fees that increase by date. Example prices: Half Marathon early entry $70, race day $115; 15K Relay early $90, race day $145; 12K early $54, race day $79; 5K early $35, race day $60.
Course and format
The Half Marathon is roughly 90% trail and 10% asphalt, starting at Shane's Inspiration in Griffith Park. Course notes list the Upper Old Zoo Trail, Bill Eckert Trail, downhill asphalt sections, rolling hills, and a final flat trail to the finish. The 12K shares the Half Marathon start and passes through the old Griffith Park Zoo with downhill and flat trail sections. The 5K circles the golf course. The 15K Relay is new for 2026; teams of three each run a 5K loop and compete in male, female, or coed divisions.
Amenities, awards and logistics
Every entrant receives a custom finisher medal, race bib, chip timing, finish-line water and snacks, music, an official race shirt while supplies last, a downloadable finisher certificate, and on-site sports massage. The first 500 registrants receive a commemorative collapsible running cup. Half Marathon top male and female prize is $250; top male and female in the 12K and 5K receive a gift card for Hoka shoes. Medals are awarded to 1st-3rd in each age group. Packet pickup is at Run With Us - Pasadena on Friday, January 2 from 12pm to 7pm; additional parking is available at Lot One at the Merry Go Round and south of the race area. Winners must be present at the awards ceremony; awards are not mailed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
