Trail Run at Sly Park
Sly Park's Trail Run offers a scenic escape into California's Sierra Nevada foothills.
Race Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
Pollock Pines, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location
- Pollock Pines, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50K, 26.2M, 18M, 8.5M, 10K, 5K trail run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Course
The Experience
The Sly Park Trail Run series invites runners into the heart of the Sierra Nevada foothills near Pollock Pines, California. This event is set amidst the natural beauty of the region, offering a refreshing change of pace from urban races.
The course winds through scenic trails, providing a true trail running experience. While specific elevation details are minimal, the terrain promises the characteristic ups and downs of a natural trail environment, making it a test of endurance and skill.
Runners can expect a community-focused atmosphere, typical of many trail events. The series caters to a wide range of participants, with multiple distances available, from 5K to 50K, ensuring that both seasoned trail runners and newcomers can find a suitable challenge.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
6 other maps for this race
- Plot a Route— https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1730448
- Plot a Route— https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1730453
- Plot a Route— https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1730454
- Plot a Route— https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1730459
- Plot a Route— https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1730934
- Plot a Route— https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1730944
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 8 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 62°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
43°
Afternoon (High)
62°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.3"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
65%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Trail Run at Sly Park?
The Trail Run at Sly Park is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Where does the Trail Run at Sly Park take place?
It takes place in Pollock Pines, California.
What distances does the Trail Run at Sly Park offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50K, 26.2M, 18M, 8.5M, 10K, 5K trail run.
Is the Trail Run at Sly Park course flat and good for a PR?
The Trail Run at Sly Park is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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