Now, to get you really psyched up, watch this video:
First run in 1905, the Dipsea is the oldest trail race in America. It is run every year on the second Sunday in June. The scenic 7.4 mile course from Mill Valley to Stinson Beach is considered to be one of the most beautiful courses in the world. The stairs and steep trails make it a grueling and treacherous race. And its unique handicapping system has made winners of men and women of all ages. Because of its beauty and challenge, it is a very popular event, and because of safety and environmental concerns the number of runners is limited to about 1,500. While racers enter from all over the world, the Dipsea is primarily a Northern California event and the entry process is tilted slightly to favor local contestants.
2024 Dipsea Race Preregistration has begun!: Dipsea Runners start your training! We will have our practice Dipsea Run on Saturday, May 18th, meeting at Old Mill Park at 9am. Park up the street in the four hour plus parking area if you plan to stay for the Don Picket memorial at Stinson Beach. Catch the West Marin Stage Coach back to Mill Valley, or turn around at Cardiac and run back.