HalfRuns
Champion Mine Trail Race

Champion Mine Trail Race

Race Date

Oct 11, 2026

Location

Nevada City, CA

The Experience

Challenge Yourself and Enjoy the Great Outdoors Join the Sierra TrailBlazers Running Club and Bear Yuba Land Trust for the inaugural Champion Mine Trail Race! Get ready to travel to a must-see destination race in Northern California. Explore some of Nevada City’s most exciting trails with this brand-new half-marathon (13.1 miles) event. The course winds through towering pines, crosses a historic swinging bridge, and challenges runners with a series of rewarding climbs. With multiple aid stations, historical landmarks, and a newly constructed trail section offering varied terrain, this course rivals some of the best trail races in Northern California. Runners will enjoy breathtaking views along the Tribute Trail and Deer Creek, combined with a beautiful variety of landscapes throughout the race. Best of all, the adventure begins right on Nevada City’s historic Broad Street — a truly unforgettable starting line! The Champion Mine Trail Run offers a dynamic mix of pavement, gravel, and single-track trails, making it a must-do event for any trail enthusiast.

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, October 11, 2026

Start Time

7:30 AM

Start Location

325 Spring Street, Nevada City, CA, 95959

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

3.1 Miles

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

48°

Afternoon (High)

72°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.0"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

50%

Humidity

Race Photos

Historical Finish Time Distribution

143 finishers across 1 year

1:304:05

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