
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
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
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
72°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
50%
Humidity
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