Joshua Tree Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Joshua Tree Half Marathon is a night half marathon held in Joshua Tree, CA on November 1, 2025. The race starts and finishes at Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground. The event is a cup-free race; participants should bring a reusable water bottle, hydration pack, or request a Nathan reusable cup. Wheelchairs and strollers are not allowed. All finishers receive a finisher medal; place medals are awarded to top overall and age-group finishers.
Course and logistics
The course is a sandy trail loop with an elevation gain of 461 ft and a maximum elevation of 2,774 ft. Most of the route is on dirt roads and trails with loose sand and rocks; there are short paved sections. Headlamps are required. Runners should expect about five aid stations offering water, electrolyte drink, gels, toilets, and basic first aid; a medic is typically stationed near mile 9. The course has a 4 hour chip-time limit (about 18 minutes per mile). Recommended gear includes trail shoes, gaiters, and a scarf or buff to help with sand and dust. The race is located outside Joshua Tree National Park but close to the park entrance. Expo and bib pickup take place at Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground before race day, and parking and drop-off are organized at the campground address 2601 Sunfair Rd, Joshua Tree, CA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.