Great Shasta Rail Trail

The Great Shasta Rail Trail event on July 25, 2026 in McCloud, CA is an out and back trail running event organized by Intermountain Endurance. The course is described as relatively flat with good footing and offers views of Mt Shasta and mountain air. The start and finish are at the Great Shasta Rail Trail trail head in Bartle on Harris Springs Road (coordinates 41.25729, -121.82128).

Parking is available in the trailhead parking area or on nearby forest roads; participants are asked not to block traffic or the rail trail. Porta potties will be provided at the start and finish area and at the 50K turnaround. Distances: - 50K - 30K - 10K All distances are out and back and share a 12 hour time limit. Cutoffs occur at the distance turnarounds, including the 50K turnaround at mile 12 and the 30K turnaround.

Aid stations are placed roughly every 3 to 6 miles with additional water drops during hot years. Aid stations will be stocked with HEED electrolytes, standard runner snacks, and ice for cooling. The 10K, 30K, and 50K have specific aid station locations at their turnarounds. The event benefits the Great Shasta Rail Trail and its preservation.

All registered runners receive a shirt and an after race meal; all finishers receive a finisher medal. Swag deadline is June 23. The event offers a deferral policy allowing deferral up to one week before race day and transfers up to one day prior. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.