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Folsom Lake Southside Trail Run

Folsom, United States • 14 Mar 2026

About the Event

The Folsom Lake Southside Trail Run is a trail race held alongside Folsom Lake, just outside Sacramento. The course primarily uses the Southside Trail, which is reported to be 95% single track and 5% dirt road. It features oak trees, grassy areas, and provides views of Folsom Lake, the surrounding foothills, and the Sierra Mountains.

Course and Distances

The event offers multiple distances:

  • 50K
  • Marathon
  • 30K
  • Half Marathon
  • 10 Miler
  • 7.5 Miler
  • 10K
  • 5K
  • 1 Miler
  • A Kids Run is also listed.

Bib pick-up and registration are available on race day. Courses will be marked with ribbons, signs, and gypsum. Aid stations are available on the course, and toilets are located at the start/finish line.

Finisher Details

All finishers receive a commemorative medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Folsom

Race information

Website Registration
50 km
50k
Marathon
Marathon
30 km
30k
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
16 km
10 Miler
12 km
7.5 Miler
10 km
10k
5 km
1 Miler
Kids Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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