2025 Woodside Ramble
The 2025 Woodside Ramble takes place on December 20, 2025, at Huddart County Park in Woodside, California, United States. Runners will navigate the forested slopes and steep, cool canyons of Huddart and Wunderlich Parks, featuring trails through redwood forests, mixed evergreen slopes, chaparral ridgelines, and scenic views along Crystal Springs and Skyline Trails. Weather forecasts indicate mild winter conditions with morning temperatures around 48°F (9°C) rising to 56°F (13°C) by afternoon, partly cloudy skies, light winds of 5-10 mph, and a 25% chance of scattered showers. Participants can expect a trail running event with distances of 10K, half marathon, 35K, and 50K on mostly dirt trails and fire roads that are moderately technical, potential wildlife sightings including deer, coyotes, bobcats, and foxes, professionally chip-timed results, aid stations stocked with various foods and drinks, and an 8-hour time limit for longer distances.
What distances are available for this event?
- →10K race starting at 9:00 AM
- →Half Marathon starting at 8:30 AM
- →35K race starting at 8:00 AM
- →50K race starting at 8:00 AM
Is the event sold out?
The event reached full capacity of 400 runners, with the waitlist closed on December 18, 2025.
What scenery and terrain features the course?
Trails run through redwood forests under moss-covered 2nd and 3rd generation redwoods along small streams and gullies, transitioning to mixed evergreen forests, drier chaparral and manzanita-covered ridgelines with breathtaking views. The terrain consists of mostly dirt trails and fire roads that are moderately technical.
What wildlife might runners encounter?
Runners may spot deer, coyotes, bobcats, and foxes along the trails.
Which trails does the course follow?
The course includes scenic sections along Crystal Springs and Skyline Trails.
What are the start times?
- →50K and 35K at 8:00 AM
- →Half Marathon at 8:30 AM
- →10K at 9:00 AM
When is bib pickup available?
- →Early pickup: December 19 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Sports Basement in Redwood City
- →Race day pickup: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
What are the time limits for the event?
The 50K and 35K have an 8-hour time limit, with the course closing at 4:00 PM.
What is provided at the aid stations?
Aid stations are stocked with energy gels, chews, stroopwafels, trail mix, pretzels, PB&J sandwiches, fruit, soda, and hydration mix.
Is this a cupless event?
Yes, runners must carry their own bottle or reusable cup, as no disposable cups are provided.
Are hiking poles permitted?
Yes, hiking poles are permitted.
Are drop bags available?
No, drop bags are not available.
How is the event timed?
The event is professionally chip-timed using disposable bib chips.
What post-race snacks are available?
Post-race snacks include sweet, salty, fruit, and packaged options.
Are dogs allowed?
No dogs are allowed in the park or on the trails.