WELCOME TO TROY’S CALIFORNIA TRAIL RUNS

Set in Rancho Canada del Oro   Open Space Preserve. 60% dirt roads, 40% single track, flat and hilly sections, ups and downs, oak trees, some exposure.

Courses:  Please click above on the distance button for a detailed course map.

Elevations:

Three fully stocked aid stations

Directions:  The park is located off McKean Rd. 3.5 miles south of Harry Rd. on the right past Calero reservoir on Casa Loma Road.   Traveling to the park, from central San Jose, take Almaden Expressway south.  Turn right onto Harry Rd., then left onto McKean Rd. Traveling to the park from 101, exit Bailey Ave. and head west until you reach McKean Rd. Turn left onto McKean Rd. Calero Parking Lot is half a mile on the right side.  Click here for a local map

Parking:  Carpooling is highly encouraged as there is limited parking available. We have made arrangements for runners to be able to park at two locations 1) small overflow lot 1/4 mile past main parking lot on the left (40 car limit) which will fill up quickly and 2) Calero Park. The two parking lots are 5 minutes apart. From Calero Park you maybe either shuttled over by us or you may carpool from there with other runners. Please inform us if you can pick people up and how many or you would like to be picked up and how many people need a ride by emailing troy@tctruns.com (Subject: "Carpool List Rancho" Body of email: list your name, contact information, whether you need a ride to/from the Calero lot or whether you would be willing to drop off or pick up one or more fellow runners from Calero to the starting line)    Click here for more parking information.

Entry Fees:  $25/Kids Run (2.4 mi)   $35 /4 mi  $45 /9 mi   $50/14 mi  $60 /24 mi     (Add $10 for registration after 4/08/11 and on race day)  Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.

Info:  Pre-Registered runners will receive a t-shirt.

After the run food and refreshments will be served to runners in neighboring Calero Park.

Maximum of 200 participants allowed so register early.

Beginning at Calero Park this trail run has everything! Experience awesome single track, great hills, dirt paths. It is a challenging, fantastic trainer for Western States that includes oak trees, exposure, good heat training, and panoramic vistas.

Courses:  Please click above on the distance button for a detailed course map.

Elevations:

Four fully stocked aid stations

Directions:  The park is located off McKean Road. Traveling to the park, from central San Jose, take Almaden Expressway south. Turn right onto Harry Road, then left onto McKean Road.  From 101, exit on Bailey Avenue and head west until you reach McKean Road. Turn left onto McKean Road.  Calero Park entrance and parking lot are on the right side 0.5 mile.  Click here for a local map

Parking:  Carpooling is encouraged. Park at Calero Parking Lot on McKean Road.

Entry Fees:  $30 /2.8 mi   $45 /9 mi  $50 /16 mi   $65 /32 mi  $80/50 mi    (Add $10 after 5/20/11 and on race day) Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.

Info: Pre-Registered runners will receive a shirt. Bibs handed out on event day.

Food will be served to runners after the run.

Maximum of 200 participants allowed so register early.

Run in the shadow of Mt. Umunhum with the deer and a few of your favorite running pals. Set in the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, this one of a kind non-timed running event provides unique access to gorgeous trails and scenery not commonly viewed.  100% trail/fire road.  One of the toughest runs out there, this half-marathon challenge course has plenty of steep climbs and exposure to make sure you get a fantastic workout.  The 10K course is extremely runnable and fun, a great introduction to California trail running.  You will not be disappointed.

Course:   Both courses are out and back along Woods Trail from the Start/Finish line at the Hicks Road intersection. The half marathon turnaround is at the intersection of Woods Trail and the Kennedy Limekiln trail junction.  The 10K turnaround is at the past Barlow Road, 3.1 miles into the course.  Click on the above distance buttons for course maps.

Aid:   Four fully stocked aid stations located at the course turnarounds.

Directions:   Sierra Azul Mt. Umunhum area is located off of Hicks Road.   Exit Highway 85 at Camden Ave.  (From southbound 85 turn left on Camden Ave.  From northbound 85 turn left on Branham Avenue and then turn left on Camden Ave.)   Travel on Camden Ave. about 1.6 miles.   Turn right on Hicks Road.  Venture church parking lot will be on the right side of the road.

Parking:   Because there is no parking at the Sierra Azul trailhead by request of the park service, we are providing a shuttle service from Venture Church lower parking lot located on Hicks Road.   The first shuttle leaves at 7:00 am and the last shuttle leaves at 8:15 am.  Please arrive early so we may start the event on time.  Runners may be dropped off, however, there is no parking across the street at Woods Parking lot or at Sierra Azul Parking lot.  Sorry, but runners and spectators may not park there and wait for runners to finish.  Runners will be shuttled back to Venture Church parking lot after the event.

Pick Up/Drop Off:   Although spectators and friends may pick up/drop off runners at the trailhead, spectators may not park at either Woods or Sierra Azul lot to wait for runners. Thank you!

Entry Fees (includes shuttle fee):   $60 for the Half Marathon $50 for the 10K Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.   The shuttle bus service will incur a separate fee of $10 for spectators/non-runners.

Info:   Runners will receive an event t-shirt if the pre-register by June 23, 2011 at 8:00 am.

Food will be served to runners after the run.  July is typically warm, so spectators/friends should bring sun-protection, chair, shades, supplies.

Maximum of 100 participants allowed so register early.  This Midpeninsula Open Space area is fragile so the park service has requested that runners minimize impact by running in small groups.  Please allow are no more than two runners abreast on the trail.  Follow proper trail etiquette at all times.  See this link for information on common trail etiquette.

13.1 miles   50% dirt roads, 50% single track, very hilly, awesome country, challenging with technical sections and rocky sections; covers most of the park; 4 aid stations.

10k   75% dirt roads, 25% single track; very hilly, steep climbs, tough course, lots of great runnable sections, very enjoyable, 3 Aid stations.

5k   100% dirt road, very hilly, steep climbs, tough course, very rewarding, great downhill run to the finish; 1 Aid Station.

Aid: Four fully stocked aid stations.  

Directions: Santa Teresa County Park is located at the southern end of the Santa Teresa Hills. From Santa Clara Valley, take US 101 or Highway 85 to the Bernal Road exit. Proceed west 1.3 miles on Bernal Road and cross Santa Teresa Boulevard toward the Santa Teresa Hills. Bernal Road continues past the park's Santa Teresa Golf Club, winding up into the hills. The Pueblo Day Use Area is located off Bernal Road in a small open valley in the hills.The Ranger Station for Santa Teresa County Park is located at Hellyer County Park (408) 225-0225.

Parking: There is a $6 parking fee per car.     The parking lot opens at 8:00 am.

Entry Fees: $50 /13.1 mi   $40 /10K  $30 /5k  
(Add $10 on race day) Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.

Other Info: Pre-Registered by July 22 to receive a t-shirt.

For fabulous trail running at a Higher Level check out this Event in El Dorado County.  The course is 75% single tract, 20% dirt road, 5% pavement.  TCTRuns takes you to awesome high elevation in the Sierra where you can experience beautiful trails and spectacular views, plenty of sections for easy passing of runners.   All sections very runnable, some technical, tough sections with very steep, rocky terrain.  This is an extremely rewarding and challenging course. Always be prepared for rain, thundershowers and bring gear.  Temperatures could be cool in the morning.   ATTENTION it will be dark until start of event.  Event will start at first light.

Race Day Registration: Registration Table in parking lot at Snow Mountain Adventure Park.
Pick up bib, pins, and t-shirt.

Pre-Race Briefing and Late Registration: On Friday, August 26, 2011: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, the day before the event, late race-registration will be available at Strawberry Lodge.  A race briefing will be held at 6:00 pm.  A pre-race dinner is also available for additional cost at 6:30 pm.  Early reservations recommended.

Pick up bib, pins, and t-shirt.

Aid: Three fully stocked aid stations.  Bathroom and water out on course located at Lovers Leap Campground. Mornings are cold, drop extra layers at first aid station: Sierra at Tahoe Road. Clothes will be returned to start at equipment drop off point.

Directions: Race Central is at Strawberry Lodge , Kyburz, CA and the race starts at the Lake Tahoe Winter Experience Parking lot located here. From Strawberry Lodge or Lovers Leap Campground take Highway 50 East approximately 15 minutes, 8.4 miles East from Strawberry Lodge. At Echo Summit turn right, into Adventure Mountain Snow Park parking lot. The event starts/finishes from the parking lot. Find the signs for Pacific Crest Trail, Tahoe Rim Trail.    If you are coming from the "Sierra at Tahoe" ski reort, take "Sierra at Tahoe" Rd to Hwy 50, turn right continue to drive East 2.8 miles to the Adventure Mountain Snow Park aka (Lake Tahoe Winter Experience) parking lot. Find Start & Finish area.   For travel on Highway 50 West, drive until reaching Echo Summit.  Turn left into Adventure Mountain Snow Park aka (Lake Tahoe Winter Experience) parking lot, find the signs for Pacific Crest Trail, Tahoe Rim Trail.  Event starts from the parking lot.

Parking: Carpooling is encouraged.  There is a $5 parking fee per car.  Please have exact change!   Overnight RV parking is available for a fee of $10 per car.  Please make reservations ASAP prior to Event.   NO RV hookups but, there are bathrooms available that night.  The parking lot opens at 4:30 am.

Entry Fees: $80 /50 mi   $65 /50K  $55 /20 mi   $45 /10 mi
(Add $10 on race day.) Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.

Lodging: Lodging is available.  Reserve early; limited rooming.  Operations Manager: Michael Hicks, 17510 Highway 50, Kyburz, CA 95720 (530) 659-7200 Strawberry Lodge

Camping: Camping is also available at Lovers Leap Campground, within 5 minute walking distance from lodge. Bathrooms and water available.  See the Visitor Information (530) 644-6048 Lovers Leap Campground

Saftey Concerns: Thunderstorms possible always in the Sierra. Be prepared. ATTENTION - The 50 mile, 50k, and 20 mile runners after running through campground will enter into Strawberry neighborhood.   PLEASE WATCH OUT FOR CARS!   After the campground Runners will be on PAVEMENT via Strawberry Court then Lane, and then onto 42mile tract resume on the DIRT.  Following that, on Packsaddle Pass Road, PAVEMENT again.  Although there should be very very little traffic, cars could be traveling both directions.   Please run on the shoulders.  Signs warning drivers "Runners on Road" will be posted and course monitors will be present.

There is a 13 and ½ hour cut-off. This means 7:30 pm. This will be enforced at the aid stations listed below. Sunset is at around 7:30 pm and daylight for another half hour to 45 minutes.

CUTOFF TIMES :

Drop Bag Information:

• Insect Repellent
• 2nd pair of socks and shoes (50M) Note: WET SECTIONS ON 17E13 (10M LOOP)
• Flashlight / Headlamp REQUIRED
•   for any runner leaving AID STATION 1 at cutoff time    6:00pm
•   for any runner leaving AID STATION 2 at cutoff time    3:30pm
•     pertaining to 10 mile loop (17E13 , PCT , 17E14)

Other Info: Pre-Registered runners will receive a t-shirt if they register by August 18, 2011 at 8 am. See button below for crew info.

Set in Rancho Canada del Oro   Open Space Preserve. 60% dirt roads, 40% single track, flat and hilly sections, ups and downs, oak trees, some exposure.

Courses:  Please click above on the distance button for a detailed course map.

Elevations:

Three fully stocked aid stations

Directions:  The park is located off McKean Rd. 3.5 miles south of Harry Rd. on the right past Calero reservoir on Casa Loma Road.   Traveling to the park, from central San Jose, take Almaden Expressway south.  Turn right onto Harry Rd., then left onto McKean Rd. Traveling to the park from 101, exit Bailey Ave. and head west until you reach McKean Rd. Turn left onto McKean Rd. Calero Parking Lot is half a mile on the right side.  Click here for a local map

Parking:  Carpooling is highly encouraged as there is limited parking available. We have made arrangements for runners to be able to park at two locations 1) small overflow lot 1/4 mile past main parking lot on the left (40 car limit) which will fill up quickly and 2) Calero Park. The two parking lots are 5 minutes apart. From Calero Park you maybe either shuttled over by us or you may carpool from there with other runners. Please inform us if you can pick people up and how many or you would like to be picked up and how many people need a ride by emailing troy@tctruns.com (Subject: "Carpool List Rancho" Body of email: list your name, contact information, whether you need a ride to/from the Calero lot or whether you would be willing to drop off or pick up one or more fellow runners from Calero to the starting line)    Click here for more parking information.

Entry Fees:  $25/Kids Run (2.4 mi)   $35 /4 mi  $45 /9 mi   $50/14 mi  $60 /24 mi     Pre-Registration closes on Friday, September 9, 2011 at 9:59 pmg.  Add $10 for registration on race day.  Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.

Info:  Pre-Register by September 1 to receive a T-shirt.

After the run food and refreshments will be served to runners at Rancho del Oro.

Maximum of 200 participants allowed so register early.

Set in Almaden Quicksilver park. Run in the beautiful hills of Almaden Valley.  60% dirt roads,   40% single track , very hilly,  great views , awesome country, challenging and very fun.

Course:   Click on the above distance buttons for detailed course maps.

Elevations:

Aid:   Four fully stocked aid stations.  Bathrooms are located at the start/finish, Hacienda Aid station (8.9 and up) and McAbee entrance (50k only).

Directions:    Almaden Quicksilver County Park   is located in south San Jose, in the town of New Almaden.   The Mockingbird Hill entrance is accessed off Mockingbird Hill Lane.   This entrance is accessible to all users, including bicyclists.  You can reach the park office at (408) 268-3883.

Parking:   Parking at the Mockingbird Hill parking lot.  Carpooling is encouraged.

Entry Fees:   $30/3 mile   $45/8 mile   $50/13 mile   $55/21 mile  $70 /50K     (Add $10  if registering after 10/21/11 or on race day)   Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. T-shirt cost, $13.50 is non-refundable even if the event is canceled but you do get the T-shirt.

Info:  Runners will receive a special commemmorative t-shirt if you register by October 21, 2011. Bibs handed out on event day.

Food will be served to runners after the run.  Be sure to bring a chair!

Beginning at Calero Park this trail run has everything! Experience awesome single track, great hills, dirt paths. It is a challenging, fantastic trainer for Western States that includes oak trees, exposure, good heat training, and panoramic vistas.

Courses:  Please click above on the distance button for a detailed course map.

Elevations:

Four fully stocked aid stations

Directions:  The park is located off McKean Road. Traveling to the park, from central San Jose, take Almaden Expressway south. Turn right onto Harry Road, then left onto McKean Road.  From 101, exit on Bailey Avenue and head west until you reach McKean Road. Turn left onto McKean Road.  Calero Park entrance and parking lot are on the right side 0.5 mile.  Click here for a local map

Parking:  Carpooling is encouraged. Park at Calero Parking Lot on McKean Road.

Entry Fees:  $30 /2.8 mi   $45 /9 mi  $50 /16 mi   $65 /32 mi      (Add $10 on race day) Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. T-shirt cost, $13.50 is non-refundable even if the event is canceled but you do get the T-shirt.

Info: Pre-Registered runners will receive a shirt. Bibs handed out on event day.

Food will be served to runners after the run.

Maximum of 200 participants allowed so register early.

Start/Finish:   Almaden/Quicksilver Park, Hacienda entrance.

Courses:   Detailed maps are located under the mileage buttons. The Course is primarily dirt roads.

Elevations 3.5 mi:

Elevations 6 mi:

Elevations 13.1 mi:

4 fully stocked aid stations.

Directions:   Driving Directions to Hacienda Trailhead: From Highway 85, take the Almaden Expressway exit south 4.5 miles to Almaden road. Exit to the right on Almaden Road and drive 3 miles along Almaden Road through the town of New Almaden to the unpaved parking lot on the right. The cross streets are Almaden Road and Bertram Road. PARKING: Free

Entry Fees:$50 /Half Marathon   $45 /6 mile  $35/3.5 mile run mi    (Add $10 on race day registration) Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. T-shirt cost, $13.50 is non-refundable even if the event is canceled but you do get the T-shirt.

Info: Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by Dec 25. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration.

Food will be served to runners after the run.

95% single tract 5% dirt road. The course is primarily run on the South Side Trail. All very appealing single tract, great running, some technical sections. Gentle rolling hills in El Dorado Hills, trail parallels Folsom Lake, oak trees, lush green grass, nice scenery, views of Folsom Lake, surrounding foothills and some views of the Sierras. 10k, 21 miler out and back. 50k at Salmon Falls aid station does a clockwise loop returning to he South Side Trail. 38 milers at Salmon Falls aid station continue East to the Sweetwater Trail & turnaround at the SRA aid station and return to Salmon Falls aid station looping around back to the South Side Trail returning to the finish.

• Mileage to the 1st aid station 3.1 Mi - Turnaround for 10k
• 2nd aid station 6.5 Mi
• New York Creek (Water Stop) 10.6 Mi - Turnaround for 21 milers
• Salmon Falls 3rd aid station - 15.5 Mi - Turnaround for 50k
• SRA parking lot 4th Aid Station - 19 Mi Turnaround for 38 milers

Course:   detailed course maps coming.

Aid:   Four fully stocked aid stations.  

Directions:   Traveling East on Hwy 50, Exit Folsom Blvd North (left). Right on E. Natoma St. Left on Folsom Point into park. Traveling West on Hwy 50, exit Bidwell North (right). Right on Blue Ravine Rd. Left on Natoma St. Right into park Folsom Point.   Park phone: 916-988-0205

Parking: Ample parking at boat ramp. Cost: $10.00 for day use.

Entry Fees: $70 /38mi      $65 /50K      $55 /21mi      $45 /10K      (Add $10  race day registration fee)   Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. T-shirt cost, $13.50 is non-refundable even if the event is canceled but you do get the T-shirt.

Info:  Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by February 4. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration. Bibs handed out on event day.

Be sure to bring a chair!

This run is in Sanborn Park situated in the hills above Saratoga. Course description, 95% single tract,extremely mountainess, very technical,lushly wooded, mixed evergreen forest,featuring Redwood, Douglass Fir, Oak Madrone, and Tanbark Oak. The address is 16055 Sanborn Rd. Saratoga, CA 95070. You can reach the park office at: (408) 867-9959  

Courses:  Please click above on the distance button for a detailed course map.

Elevations: 13 Mile

Elevations: 9 Mile

Elevations: 4.2 Mile

Aid stations: 2 fully stocked aid stations and a water station for the 9 and 13.1 runs. Two aid stations for the 4.2 mile run.

Directions:   See directions for Sanborn Park

Parking:  $6.00 per car.

Entry Fees: $50 /13.1 mi   $45 /9 mi   $40 /4.2 mi  

Add $10 for registration on race day.  Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by February 18 if you want one. Deduct $10 if you do not want a t-shirt. Mail-in applications must be received by the Wednesday before the event. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration.

Info: Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by February 18. T-shirt cost, $13.50 is non-refundable even if the event is canceled but you do get the T-shirt. Bibs handed out on event day.

Food will be served to runners after the run.

13.1 miles   50% dirt roads, 50% single track, very hilly, awesome country, challenging with technical sections and rocky sections; covers most of the park; 4 aid stations.

10k   75% dirt roads, 25% single track; very hilly, steep climbs, tough course, lots of great runnable sections, very enjoyable, 3 Aid stations.

5k   100% dirt road, very hilly, steep climbs, tough course, very rewarding, great downhill run to the finish; 1 Aid Station.

Aid: Four fully stocked aid stations.  

Directions: Santa Teresa County Park is located at the southern end of the Santa Teresa Hills. From Santa Clara Valley, take US 101 or Highway 85 to the Bernal Road exit. Proceed west 1.3 miles on Bernal Road and cross Santa Teresa Boulevard toward the Santa Teresa Hills. Bernal Road continues past the park's Santa Teresa Golf Club, winding up into the hills. The Pueblo Day Use Area is located off Bernal Road in a small open valley in the hills.The Ranger Station for Santa Teresa County Park is located at Hellyer County Park (408) 225-0225.

Parking: There is a $6 parking fee per car.     The parking lot opens at 8:00 am.

Entry Fees: $50 /13.1 mi   $45 /10K  $40 /5k  
Add $10 for registration on race day.  Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by March 24 if you want one. Deduct $10 if you do not want a t-shirt. Mail-in applications must be received by the Wednesday before the event. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration.

Other Info: Pre-Register by March 24 to receive a t-shirt.

Run in the shadow of Mt. Umunhum with the deer and a few of your favorite running pals. Set in the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, this one of a kind non-timed running event provides unique access to gorgeous trails and scenery not commonly viewed.  100% trail/fire road.  One of the toughest runs out there, this 50K challenge course has plenty of steep climbs and exposure to make sure you get a fantastic workout.  The 50k course covers the entire park.  You will not be disappointed.

Course:   The courses are out and back along Woods Trail from the Start/Finish line at the Hicks Road intersection. See the course maps on the mileage buttons above.

Aid:   Four fully stocked aid stations located at the course turnarounds.

Directions:   Sierra Azul Mt. Umunhum area is located off of Hicks Road.   Exit Highway 85 at Camden Ave.  (From southbound 85 turn left on Camden Ave.  From northbound 85 turn left on Branham Avenue and then turn left on Camden Ave.)   Travel on Camden Ave. about 1.6 miles.   Turn right on Hicks Road.  Venture church parking lot will be on the right side of the road.

Parking:    The Woods Parking Lot at the start/finish is open on race day with a capacity of just 30 cars on a first come first served basis. Please check in on race day at the Venture Church parking lot to see if the Woods parking lot is FULL.
To accommodate the limited parking at the start/finish, there is a shuttle service from Venture Church lower parking lot located on Hicks Road.   Cost: $10 per person. The first shuttle leaves at 7:00 am and the last shuttle leaves at 7:45 am.  Please arrive early so we may start the event on time.   There is a $10 fee for the shuttle not covered in the entry fee for the runners.

Pick Up/Drop Off:   Although spectators and friends may pick up/drop off runners at the trailhead, spectators may not park at either Woods or Sierra Azul lot to wait for runners. Thank you!

Entry Fees:    $65 for the 50k,   $55 for the 18.8 miles,   $50 for the Half Marathon,   $45 for the 10k,  $40 for the 5k.   Add $10 for registration on race day.  Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by April 12 if you want one. Deduct $10 if you do not want a t-shirt. Mail-in applications must be received by the Wednesday before the event. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration.   The shuttle bus service is $10 not included in the registration fee.

Info:   Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by April 12. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration.

Food will be served to runners after the run.   Spectators/friends should bring sun-protection, chair, and supplies.

Maximum of 130 participants allowed so register early.  This Midpeninsula Open Space area is fragile so the park service has requested that runners minimize impact by running in small groups.  Please allow no more than two runners abreast on the trail.  Follow proper trail etiquette at all times.  See this link for information on common trail etiquette.

Beginning at Calero Park this trail run has everything! Experience awesome single track, great hills, dirt paths. It is a challenging, fantastic trainer for Western States that includes oak trees, exposure, good heat training, and panoramic vistas.

Courses:  Please click above on the distance button for a detailed course map.

Elevations:

Four fully stocked aid stations

Directions:  The park is located off McKean Road. Traveling to the park, from central San Jose, take Almaden Expressway south. Turn right onto Harry Road, then left onto McKean Road.  From 101, exit on Bailey Avenue and head west until you reach McKean Road. Turn left onto McKean Road.  Calero Park entrance and parking lot are on the right side 0.5 mile.  Click here for a local map

Parking:  Carpooling is encouraged. Park at Calero Parking Lot on McKean Road.

Entry Fees:  $40 /2.8 mi   $45 /9 mi  $50 /16 mi   $65 /32 mi  $80/50 mi    Add $10 for registration on race day.  Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by May 18 if you want one. Deduct $10 if you do not want a t-shirt. Mail-in applications must be received by the Wednesday before the event. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration.

Info: Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by May 18. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration. Bibs handed out on event day.

Food will be served to runners after the run.

Maximum of 200 participants allowed so register early.

Set in Rancho Canada del Oro   Open Space Preserve. 60% dirt roads, 40% single track, flat and hilly sections, ups and downs, oak trees, some exposure.

Courses:  Please click above on the distance button for a detailed course map.

Elevations:

Three fully stocked aid stations

Directions:  The park is located off McKean Rd. 3.5 miles south of Harry Rd. on the right past Calero reservoir on Casa Loma Road.   Traveling to the park, from central San Jose, take Almaden Expressway south.  Turn right onto Harry Rd., then left onto McKean Rd. Traveling to the park from 101, exit Bailey Ave. and head west until you reach McKean Rd. Turn left onto McKean Rd. Calero Parking Lot is half a mile on the right side.  Click here for a local map

Parking:  Carpooling is highly encouraged as there is limited parking available. We have made arrangements for runners to be able to park at two locations 1) small overflow lot 1/4 mile past main parking lot on the left (40 car limit) which will fill up quickly and 2) Calero Park. The two parking lots are 5 minutes apart. From Calero Park you maybe either shuttled over by us or you may carpool from there with other runners. Please inform us if you can pick people up and how many or you would like to be picked up and how many people need a ride by emailing troy@tctruns.com (Subject: "Carpool List Rancho" Body of email: list your name, contact information, whether you need a ride to/from the Calero lot or whether you would be willing to drop off or pick up one or more fellow runners from Calero to the starting line)    Click here for more parking information.

Entry Fees:  $25/Kids Run (2.4 mi)   $35 /4 mi  $45 /9 mi   $50/14 mi  $60 /24 mi     Pre-Registration closes on Wednesday, July 4, 2012.  Add $10 for registration on race day.  Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by June 23 if you want one. Deduct $10 if you do not want a t-shirt. Mail-in applications must be received by the Wednesday before the event. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration.

Info:  Pre-Register by June 23 to receive a T-shirt.

After the run food and refreshments will be served to runners at Rancho del Oro.

Maximum of 200 participants allowed so register early.

For fabulous trail running at a Higher Level check out this Event in El Dorado County.  The course is 75% single tract, 20% dirt road, 5% pavement.  TCTRuns takes you to awesome high elevation in the Sierra where you can experience beautiful trails and spectacular views, plenty of sections for easy passing of runners.   All sections very runnable, some technical, tough sections with very steep, rocky terrain.  This is an extremely rewarding and challenging course. Always be prepared for rain, thundershowers and bring gear.  Temperatures could be cool in the morning.   ATTENTION it will be dark until start of event.  Event will start at first light.

Race Day Registration: Registration Table in parking lot at Snow Mountain Adventure Park.
Pick up bib, pins, and t-shirt.

Pre-Race Briefing and Late Registration: On Friday, July 27, 2012: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, the day before the event, late race-registration will be available at Strawberry Lodge.  A race briefing will be held at 6:00 pm.  A pre-race dinner is also available for additional cost at 6:30 pm.  Early reservations recommended.

Aid: Three fully stocked aid stations.  Bathroom and water out on course located at Lovers Leap Campground. Mornings are cold, drop extra layers at first aid station: Sierra at Tahoe Road. Clothes will be returned to start at equipment drop off point.

Directions: Race Central is at Strawberry Lodge , Kyburz, CA and the race starts at the Lake Tahoe Winter Experience Parking lot located here. From Strawberry Lodge or Lovers Leap Campground take Highway 50 East approximately 15 minutes, 8.4 miles East from Strawberry Lodge. At Echo Summit turn right, into Adventure Mountain Snow Park parking lot. The event starts/finishes from the parking lot. Find the signs for Pacific Crest Trail, Tahoe Rim Trail.    If you are coming from the "Sierra at Tahoe" ski reort, take "Sierra at Tahoe" Rd to Hwy 50, turn right continue to drive East 2.8 miles to the Adventure Mountain Snow Park aka (Lake Tahoe Winter Experience) parking lot. Find Start & Finish area.   For travel on Highway 50 West, drive until reaching Echo Summit.  Turn left into Adventure Mountain Snow Park aka (Lake Tahoe Winter Experience) parking lot, find the signs for Pacific Crest Trail, Tahoe Rim Trail.  Event starts from the parking lot.

Parking: Carpooling is encouraged.  There is a $5 parking fee per car.  Please have exact change!   Overnight RV parking is available for a fee of $10 per car.  Please make reservations ASAP prior to Event.   NO RV hookups but, there are bathrooms available that night.  The parking lot opens at 4:30 am.

Entry Fees: $80 /50 mi   $65 /50K  $55 /20 mi   $45 /10 mi
(Add $10 race day registration fee) Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. T-shirt cost, $13.50 is non-refundable even if the event is canceled but you do get the T-shirt.

Lodging: Lodging is available.  Reserve early; limited rooming.  Operations Manager: Michael Hicks, 17510 Highway 50, Kyburz, CA 95720 (530) 659-7200 Strawberry Lodge

Camping: Camping is also available at Lovers Leap Campground, within 5 minute walking distance from lodge. Bathrooms and water available.  See the Visitor Information (530) 644-6048 Lovers Leap Campground

Saftey Concerns: Thunderstorms possible always in the Sierra. Be prepared. ATTENTION - The 50 mile, 50k, and 20 mile runners after running through campground will enter into Strawberry neighborhood.   PLEASE WATCH OUT FOR CARS!   After the campground Runners will be on PAVEMENT via Strawberry Court then Lane, and then onto 42mile tract resume on the DIRT.  Following that, on Packsaddle Pass Road, PAVEMENT again.  Although there should be very very little traffic, cars could be traveling both directions.   Please run on the shoulders.  Signs warning drivers "Runners on Road" will be posted and course monitors will be present.

There is a 13 and ½ hour cut-off. This means 7:30 pm. This will be enforced at the aid stations listed below. Sunset is at around 7:30 pm and daylight for another half hour to 45 minutes.

CUTOFF TIMES :

Drop Bag Information:

• Insect Repellent
• 2nd pair of socks and shoes (50M) Note: WET SECTIONS ON 17E13 (10M LOOP)
• Flashlight / Headlamp REQUIRED
•   for any runner leaving AID STATION 1 at cutoff time    6:00pm
•   for any runner leaving AID STATION 2 at cutoff time    3:30pm
•     pertaining to 10 mile loop (17E13 , PCT , 17E14)

Info: Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by July 14. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration. Bibs handed out on event day.

Set in Almaden Quicksilver park. Run in the beautiful hills of Almaden Valley.  60% dirt roads,   40% single track , very hilly,  great views , awesome country, challenging and very fun.

Course:   Click on the above distance buttons for detailed course maps.

Elevations:

Aid:   Four fully stocked aid stations.  Bathrooms are located at the start/finish, Hacienda Aid station (8.9 and up) and McAbee entrance (50k only).

Directions:    Almaden Quicksilver County Park   is located in south San Jose, in the town of New Almaden.   The Mockingbird Hill entrance is accessed off Mockingbird Hill Lane.   This entrance is accessible to all users, including bicyclists.  You can reach the park office at (408) 268-3883.

Parking:   Parking at the Mockingbird Hill parking lot.  Carpooling is encouraged.

Entry Fees:   $30/3 mile   $45/8 mile   $50/13 mile   $55/21 mile  $65 /50K     Add $10 for registration on race day.  Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by October 20 if you want one. Deduct $10 if you do not want a t-shirt. Mail-in applications must be received by the Wednesday before the event. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration.

Info:  Runners will receive a special commemmorative t-shirt if you register by October 20, 2012. Bibs handed out on event day.

Food will be served to runners after the run.  Be sure to bring a chair!

Beginning at Calero Park this trail run has everything! Experience awesome single track, great hills, dirt paths. It is a challenging, fantastic trainer for Western States that includes oak trees, exposure, good heat training, and panoramic vistas.

Courses:  Please click above on the distance button for a detailed course map.

Elevations:

Four fully stocked aid stations

Directions:  The park is located off McKean Road. Traveling to the park, from central San Jose, take Almaden Expressway south. Turn right onto Harry Road, then left onto McKean Road.  From 101, exit on Bailey Avenue and head west until you reach McKean Road. Turn left onto McKean Road.  Calero Park entrance and parking lot are on the right side 0.5 mile.  Click here for a local map

Parking:  Carpooling is encouraged. Park at Calero Parking Lot on McKean Road.

Entry Fees:  $40 /2.8 mi   $45 /9 mi  $50 /16 mi   $65 /32 mi  $80/50 mi    Add $10 for registration on race day.  Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by November 17 if you want one. Deduct $10 if you do not want a t-shirt. Mail-in applications must be received by the Wednesday before the event. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration.

Info: Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt if registered by Nov 17. Active Military receive a 15% discount with no penalty for race day registration. Bibs handed out on event day.

Food will be served to runners after the run.

Maximum of 200 participants allowed so register early.

Beginning at Venture Church 16845 Hicks Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032, this run is in the early planning stages. The course is to start and finish at Venture church and run to Belgatos park.

Beginning at Kirkwood Ski Resort this trail run has everything! Experience awesome single track, great hills, dirt paths. It is a challenging, fantastic trainer for Western States that includes exposure, good heat training, and panoramic vistas.

Courses:  Please click above on the distance button for a detailed course map.

Seven fully stocked aid stations.

Directions:   See directions on the Kirdwood Ski Resort Web site >

Parking:  Available at Kirkwood Ski Resort

Entry Fees:$45 /11 mi  $50 /22 mi   $65 /37 mi  $80/50 mi    (Add $10 after 8/11/12 and on race day) Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. T-shirt cost, $13.50 is non-refundable even if the event is canceled but you do get the T-shirt.

Info: Pre-Registered runners will receive a shirt. Bibs handed out on event day.

Food will be served to runners after the run.

Beginning at Strawberry Lodge this run is in the early planning stages. The exact course is still in design and the mileage, elevations, and difficulty have not yet been determined.