13th Annual Run in the Redwoods 5k – Saturday, April 4, 2026

Run in the Redwoods 5k returns to Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park on Saturday, April 4th, 2026

CRESCENT CITY, Calif. – Join Redwood Parks Conservancy (RPC), California State Parks, and the National Park Service for the 13th Annual Run in the Redwoods 5K Walk & Fun Run on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. Runners of all levels are invited to experience the scenic trails of the majestic redwoods and participate in the post-run celebration at the visitor center from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., featuring music and light refreshments (weather permitting). All proceeds benefit Redwood National and State Parks and surrounding public lands. 

When:
Saturday, April 4th. Registration from 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
Race starts:

  • 10:00 a.m. – Fast Heat (under 7-minute miles)
  • 10:15 a.m. – Middle Heat (7-10 minute miles)
  • 10:30 a.m. – Last Heat (10+ minute miles and walkers)

Where:
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park Visitor Center
127011 Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway, Orick, CA 95555
Note: Exit 765 (North Newton B. Drury Parkway) from Klamath and Crescent City will be closed for the event. Use Exit 753 from Hwy 101 for the south entrance of North Newton B. Drury Parkway.

Registration:
Register online at Eventbrite.

  • $50/person: Includes a limited-edition t-shirt (register by March 21 to guarantee a shirt).
  • $25/person: Registration only.
  • $40: Limited-edition t-shirt only
  • Kids under 12: Free!

T-shirts will also be available for purchase at the event while supplies last.

Please note, there are no refunds as proceeds support Redwood Parks Conservancy’s essential projects in Redwood National and State Parks.

If you would like to sponsor the 2026 Run in the Redwoods, please email events (at) redwoodparks.org for more information.

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