The Honey Badger Half takes place at Miwok Meadows in China Camp State Park, Santa Venetia, California, on September 11, 2026. This trail running event offers three distances: a 5K, 10K, and half marathon. The race starts at 9:15 AM with entry fees ranging from $40 to $105 depending on distance and registration timing. If you can't make it to the park, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own course. Whether you're preparing for a long trail effort or looking for a shorter workout, this event accommodates various fitness levels and training goals.
From the Race Organizer
The Badger's race RETURNS to China Camp State Park in Santa Venetia, CA! If the LIVE option doesn't work for you, we're supporting VIRTUAL as well. We'll be happy to ship your swag and you can participate wherever you are! Where : China Camp State Park in Santa Venetia, CA. When: Sun, 9/13- 9:15AM-1:00PM Course Maps: 5K Course Map , 10K Course Map , Half Marathon Course Map. *NOTE- The half marathon is a STOUT challenge. We would NOT recommend the half marathon if you've never covered this distance before and/or you are not doing any kind of trail running currently. The Swag: All participants receive... An epic, trail run at China Camp State Park (assuming you're not participating virtually) An AWESOME race woodallion AND lifestyle tee A custom Honey Badger beer sampler stein. An awesome post race goodie bag & post race snacks/beverages including Jambar , Bellwether Farms Yogurt, and more! Access to the post race BREWFEST sponsored by Standard Deviant Brewing. Pre-Race Bib & Shirt Pickup: -Sat, 9/12 from 12-4PM at San Francisco Running Company (247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley) A friend/family member can pickup your bib/shirt for you if they furnish proof of your registration. We will also support race morning bib pickup between 7:30-9AM at the race start/finish area. PLEASE NOTE WE CANNOT SUPPORT REFUNDS, TRANSFERS, AND/OR CREDITS. In the event of race cancellation due to wildfires, hazardous air quality, hazardous weather conditions, natural disasters, COVID and/or other global pandemics, or any 'act of God' (force majeure) that is beyond our control, we cannot support refunds, transfers, and/or credits. Please note this has only happened ONCE due to COVID in 2020, but anything is possible. Please make sure you are comfortable with these potential risks before you sign up. In the event of race cancellation due to any of the aforementioned, we will ship all race swag/items to participants and provide direction around navigating the course(s) on your own. We'll also provide direction around submitting your result. We also cannot support refunds, transfers, and/or race credits if you get injured in the days/week(s) leading up to race day, if your schedule changes in the days/week(s) leading up to race day, if a work trip comes up that makes it impossible for you to attend on race day, and/or any other professional or personal matter that arises making it difficult for you to attend in person on race day. In the event of any of the aforementioned, we will ship all race swag/items to said participants and provide direction around navigating the course(s) on your own. We'll also provide direction around submitting your result.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 11.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Santa Venetia, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is The Honey Badger Half (& 10K/5K) 2026 — Santa Venetia, CA?
The Honey Badger Half (& 10K/5K) 2026 — Santa Venetia, CA takes place on September 11, 2026. The race is held in Santa Venetia, California.
Where is The Honey Badger Half (& 10K/5K) 2026 — Santa Venetia, CA held?
The Honey Badger Half (& 10K/5K) 2026 — Santa Venetia, CA is held at Miwok Meadows at China Camp State Park in Santa Venetia, California.
Where can I find hotels near The Honey Badger Half (& 10K/5K) 2026 — Santa Venetia, CA?
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