Great Shasta Rail Trail
McCloud, United States • 25 Jul 2026
Event overview
The Great Shasta Rail Trail run takes place in McCloud, CA on July 25, 2026. The event offers three distances and uses an out-and-back format on a relatively flat rail-trail course with firm footing and mountain views. The run benefits the Great Shasta Rail Trail and aims to support preservation of the route and its history.
- 50K
- 30K
- 10K
All distances share the same start and finish location at the Great Shasta Rail Trail trailhead in Bartle on Harris Springs Road (coordinates 41.25729, -121.82128). There is a 12-hour overall cutoff for each distance. The 50K includes a turnaround at about mile 12; 30K runners pass the 30K turnaround twice when running the 50K.
Logistics, aid, and policies
Packet pickup is available on race morning for all distances. Aid stations are placed roughly every 3–6 miles, with water drops in hot conditions. Aid stations are stocked with HEED electrolytes, common runner snacks, and ice. There will be porta-potties at the start/finish area and at the 50K turnaround. All finishers receive a medal; participants receive a shirt and an after-race meal. The burro race option has been removed for this event. The organizer offers a deferral policy and allows transfer of registrations before the day prior to the race. Swag deadline is June 23. Registration opens December 1, 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.