Yosemite Half Marathon
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Yosemite Half Marathon
The Yosemite Half Marathon is a 13.1 miles road-and-trail half marathon held near Bass Lake in the Sierra National Forest, just outside Yosemite National Park on May 8, 2027. The course mixes wide fire roads and scenic singletrack with paved sections; the route includes a sustained downhill on pavement followed by several miles along the shoreline to the finish at Recreation Point. Course statistics list a net elevation change of approximately +304 ft / -2,285 ft and a total time limit of four hours.
Five aid stations are placed near miles 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11. Each aid station provides water, electrolyte drink, Honey Stinger energy gels, and portable toilets; aid at miles 5 and 7 also supplies oranges and bananas. The event operates a cup-free, zero-waste policy: runners should bring a reusable bottle, cup, or hydration pack to use at aid stations.
Event logistics include an expo and bib pickup at the Recreation Point campground the day before the race, campground check-in details for reserved sites, and shuttle service between Oakhurst and race locations; parking near Bass Lake is limited and spectator shuttle options are provided from Oakhurst. All runners receive a finisher medal; place medals are awarded across overall and masters categories and age groups, with top finishers eligible for shipment of place medals if needed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
