Celebrating our 36th Year! These spectacular courses in Humboldt Redwoods State Park run along the beautiful Avenue of the Giants, home to the world's tallest trees. The courses are paved, shaded and fast. The marathon is a certified and sanctioned Boston Marathon qualifier. The half marathon is the USA Track & Field Pacific Association's championship in all divisions. $3000 in prize money will be awarded to USAT&F Pacific residents in the half marathon, $100 in prize money will be awarded to the 1st man and 1st woman in the marathon, and medals will be given to all marathon and half marathon finishers. Unique, locally crafted commemorative awards will be given in all divisions, and all participants receive a long sleeve t-shirt featuring original artwork.