Burton Creek Trail Run

Tahoe City, United States • 22 Jun 2025

The Burton Creek Trail Run is a scenic and challenging trail running event held within Burton Creek State Park near Tahoe City, California. Participants can choose from three distances: 6K, 12K, and a half marathon. The course features miles of single-track trails winding through pine forests and high Sierra meadows, offering beautiful views and a rewarding running experience. The event is hosted at Tahoe XC, providing a well-organized race environment with amenities including event T-shirts, finishing medals, free digital photos, recovery snacks, medical support, and a post-race BBQ for half marathon runners. It is considered one of the premier half marathons in the Lake Tahoe area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon
12 km
12k
6 km
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