Emerald Bay Trail Run

South Lake Tahoe, United States • 12 Sep 2026

Event overview

The Emerald Bay Trail Run is a point-to-point trail race held in the Lake Tahoe area within Emerald Bay State Park and D.L. Bliss State Park. The course distance is approximately 7 miles / 11 km. The event includes race services such as an event T‑shirt, a finishing medal, a free digital race photo, recovery snacks and cold beverages, on-site medical staff, and a shuttle back to the start.

Course and location

The route begins at Eagle Point and goes around Emerald Bay, then follows the Rubicon Trail into D.L. Bliss State Park, finishing at Lester Beach. The course is mostly single track with moderate climbs and descents and is described as somewhat technical with natural granite steps. Emerald Bay State Park covers about 1,830 acres and includes roughly six miles of rocky and sandy shoreline. Vegetation along the route includes ponderosa and Jeffrey pines, red and white fir, cedar, junipers, cottonwood, and sugar pines.

Registration and logistics

Published entry fees vary by date, with general registration listed at $70 and $75 for two different registration periods. Senior and youth rates are listed separately, and youth is defined as 18 years and under while senior is 65 years and older. Discount programs for clubs, challenged athletes, and military are noted. Parking is available at Eagle Point Campground and a shuttle service is provided from the finish back to the start; parking at D.L. Bliss is an alternative for those who arrange their own transport. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

11 km
7 mi
7 Miles
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