course information

This beautiful flat course runs through Alameda California with sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay Area. Just steps from San Francisco, this run gives you views of the San Francisco Bay Bridge, downtown San Francisco and the Bay. It is stunning. Our expo is located at historic Jack London Square in Oakland which is just a few short miles from the start of the race. The race start area is Washington Park (on Eighth St. between Central Ave.) and Portola in Alameda. We run around the island of Alameda and end at Crown Beach Memorial Park. The start and finish are just a 1/4 mile from each other so no shuttle is required. We end with a fun, champagne and chocolate fueled, celebration expo overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The weather is usually mild with a little wind off the bay. Bring an extra shirt if you want to hang out for a while.

kids race

The kids race is for fun and will not be timed. Kids as young as 1 and as old as 12 have run this race. It is approximately 1 mile long (give or take). It starts at Washington Park and runs through the Crown Memorial Park and ends at the finish with other runners. We will have course marshals on the course to make sure kids stay on track. Adults are welcome to run with their kids, and we encourage it with the very young. All kids will get a race bib, T-shirt, Jelly Belly Sport Beans at the finish and a Medal.

water stops

There are 6 water stops on the half marathon course at miles 1.2, 2.75,4, 6, 8 and 12 and one on the 5K course at mile 1.2. We will serve water and FRS electrolyte drink at all 5 stops. You will also find basic medical supplies and staff to help if you need it. At water stop number 6 and 10 we will have FRS chews and GU gels.

bathrooms

You will find bathrooms at the start line, the finish line and roughly every 2 miles on the course. You will also find public rest rooms along later half of the course.

luna chix cheering station

Have your friends join the Luna Chix at Towata park for a cheering station. This is a great location for friends and family for the Half Marathon as they will see you at mile 2.75 and then again at mile 10.5. Bring some noise makers. The best way to arrive at Towata Park is via Fernside Drive however you must be on foot. Cars will not be allowed into the area.

Course Map

Awards

Newton running shoes are our official prize for the 1st place winners of the half marathon and 5K (age and overall). Newton Running shoes are built with Action/ReactionTM technology, which reduces impact, returns energy, and propels you forward so you can run faster, farther, forever. So shake hands with natural form running. You'll be glad you met.

We will hold a closing ceremony at 11:00 am. Prizes will be awarded on-site to the top 3 overall and age category winners of the half marathon and 5K events. There are no prizes for the kids race.

If you are unable to stay for the awards ceremony, prizes can be claimed at the See Jane Run store in Oakland from June 5th-10th. We can also mail your prize for the cost of shipping. Please download the following form.

Age Categories include under 19, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+