Elysian Park Running Races — 5k, 10k, 15k & Half Marathon

A Better World Running hosts affordable, family-friendly 5k, 10k, 15k, and half marathon races in Elysian Park, Los Angeles — our most challenging course yet. Run primarily on hard-packed dirt trail with real hills and epic views across one of LA's oldest and most scenic parks. Sections range from wide to narrow, and the out-and-back route is easy to follow, rewarding runners and walkers who want a true trail challenge.
 

Races start and finish together, where the aid station is stocked with water cups, water bottles, Gatorade, and Gu gels. Parking is free.

Getting there & parking

Parking is free at the Elysian Park Arboretum, with additional limited parking on Elysian Park Drive off Stadium Way. There's also a nearby lot at Academy Road parking near picnic site #4, a short walk from the start.

The course

This is our most challenging course — primarily trail, hard-packed dirt with hills and epic views. It's an open course, so please be courteous to other pedestrians and runners on the trail. The route is easy to follow, with out-and-back loops marked by cones, signs, arrows, and spray chalk. The aid station sits at the turnaround by the start/finish.