Both the 10K runners/walkers and the 7K runners/walkers take off together from the Ferry Building on The Embarcadero. The course goes north along the Embarcadero, through Fisherman's Wharf via Jefferson and Aquatic Park and down Van Ness for a short leg of the run by the Municipal Pier.

Here, the course goes up the 30 degree grade called the McDowell Grade into Fort Mason. This is a one-block long grade which comes out at the Great Meadow atop Fort Mason. It is a downward course out of Fort Mason and onto Marina Boulevard across from the Marina Safeway.

7K COURSE

Entering Crissy Field, fron Marina Blvd, 7K runners and walkers will continue straight to the finish at the west end of Crissy Field.

NEW THIS YEAR A 10K COURSE

Entering Crissy Field, from Marina Blvd, 10K runners and walkers turn right, then left onto the Golden Gate Promenade and continue along the Promenade boarding Crissy Fields Wetlands and Marine Drive to Fort Point under the souther anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge.  Returning from Ft. Point 10K runners/walker will finish at the west end of Crissy Field.

Whether you run or walk, enjoy the view. This is a sightseeing tour of San Francisco with beautiful vistas everywhere you turn.

Designated runners lanes will be clearly marked.  The 10K course is certified by USA Track & Field and is exactly 6.21 miles.  The 7K course is not certified and is a bit long, 4.5 miles rather than 4.3 miles.

TRAFFIC INFORMATION AND ROAD CLOSURES ON RACE MORNING

*  Northbound Embarcadero:  Closed 8 to 10am from Howard Street to Bay Street
*  Jefferson Street through Fisherman’s Wharf:  Closed 8:30 to 10am.  The course also impacts other Fisherman’s Wharf streets, including Hyde Street, Beach Street, Polk Street and North Point.
*  One westbound lane will be closed on Marina Blvd.:  Expect delays, 8:30am to 10am
 

Note:  The finish line will be open until 11:30am.