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Trail Run at Sly Park Lake

Sly Park Lake Trail Run offers a scenic escape with multiple distances.

Race Date

Aug 22, 2026

Location

Pollock Pines, CA

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Location
Pollock Pines, California
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50K, 26.2M, 17M, 8M, 10K, 5K trail run
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityWell Organized

Course

Shaded

The Experience

The Sly Park Lake Trail Run series, set in Pollock Pines, California, provides a refreshing trail running experience amidst natural beauty. Runners can choose from a variety of distances, including a half-marathon, 50K, marathon, 17-miler, 8-miler, 10K, and 5K, catering to all levels of trail enthusiasts.

The courses are primarily on trails, offering a chance to immerse oneself in the outdoors. Typical race-day weather in the region averages between 58–83°F, promising comfortable running conditions for participants.

This event is part of a series that aims to bring trail runners together for a day of competition and camaraderie in a picturesque setting.

Race-provided description

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Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Pollock Pines, CA

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Lake River, Forest

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

50K26.2M17M8M10K5K trail run

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather0/10

typical high 83°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

58°

Afternoon (High)

83°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.0"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

41%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Trail Run at Sly Park Lake?

The Trail Run at Sly Park Lake is held on Saturday, August 22, 2026.

Where does the Trail Run at Sly Park Lake take place?

It takes place in Pollock Pines, California.

What distances does the Trail Run at Sly Park Lake offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50K, 26.2M, 17M, 8M, 10K, 5K trail run.

Is the Trail Run at Sly Park Lake course flat and good for a PR?

The Trail Run at Sly Park Lake is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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