Escape From Folsom
Granite Bay, United States • 7 Feb 2026
Escape from Folsom 10 Miler and 5K
The Escape from Folsom Trail Runs take place at Granite Beach in Folsom Lake State Recreation Area and offer two trail race options that run along scenic lake shores with sections of wildflowers. Courses include multiple aid stations and trail terrain that requires attention at road crossings.
Distances are:
- 10 miles
- 5K (3.1 miles)
Aid stations are located at miles 1, 2.5, 3.5, 5, 7.5, and 9 and provide cold water, FLUID electrolyte beverage, and CLIF Shot energy gels and Bloks. Listening devices such as MP3 players and headphones are allowed; runners must take care when crossing roads and on technical trail sections.
Every finisher receives a custom finisher medal. Overall first place Male and Female awards are presented in each race; awards are given three deep in each ten-year age group for both the 10 mile and the 5K. Soft-cotton race shirts are offered for pre-sale for $20.
Race packets are available on race morning from 6:30 am to 8:00 am at the site. Entry fees vary by date of registration; the event has a no refund policy with race credit available prior to race week minus a processing fee, and event-to-event transfers are allowed with a fee and time limits. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.