2027 Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail October 18th, 2026
Fleet Feet Fall Classic offers a challenging trail half marathon with significant elevation gain and a fast downhill finish.
Race Date
Oct 17, 2027
Location
Chico, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 17, 2027
- Location
- Chico, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 6,405
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail Half Marathon in Chico, CA, promises a demanding yet rewarding trail running experience. Set in the scenic Upper Bidwell Park, the course begins on Annies Trail, venturing onto single-track paths that include a creek crossing before a final stretch through Yahi and the golf course.
This race is a true test of endurance, with a challenging climb featuring approximately 1600 feet of gain in the first half. Runners are treated to a celebratory aid station at the top of 10-mile house, followed by an all-downhill second half. With around 1700 finishers in recent years, the event has seen steady growth, attracting about 25% repeat runners, indicating a loyal following.
After crossing the finish line, participants can head to the Bidwell Golf Course Bar and Grill for post-race refreshments. This event, first run in 2023 and now in its third edition by 2025, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and a challenging course profile.
Race-provided description
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Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 17, 2027
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
241 Main St., Chico, CA, 95928
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Park, Rural
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Hilly
Quality Score
Solid Pick594 years running
~1,479 finishers a year
growing or steady
39% returning runners
3 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 2 states
winner 1:30:26
typical high 78°F
Historical Finish Times
How 6,405 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
6,405
Median time
2:36:18
Latest turnout
1,479
States
3
Turnout by year
2023–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail October 18th, 2026?
The 2027 Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail October 18th, 2026 is held on Sunday, October 17, 2027.
Where does the 2027 Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail October 18th, 2026 take place?
It takes place in Chico, California.
What distances does the 2027 Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail October 18th, 2026 offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2027 Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail October 18th, 2026 course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail October 18th, 2026 is a hilly, point to point course.
How many people run the 2027 Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail October 18th, 2026?
HalfRuns has finish records for 6,405 runners who have completed the 2027 Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail October 18th, 2026.
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