Heart Of Cool Trail Run

Cool, United States • 17 Oct 2026

Heart of Cool Trail Run

The Heart of Cool Trail Run takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Cool, California at 860 Cave Valley Rd. The event offers multiple trail distances and provides course maps for each race.

Distances

  • 5k Trail Run/Walk
  • 10k Run/Walk
  • Trail Half Marathon

Proceeds from the event support youth programs in the Black Oak Mines Unified School District, including agriculture, engineering and Visual and Performing Arts. A portion of funds is allocated to scholarship a child to attend Camp Taylor, a camp for youth with heart disease.

Register by September 30 to receive a Heart of Cool cotton t-shirt with registration. All half marathon participants receive an additional item noted for 2025. Packet and bib pick up will be on race day. Registration is available online until the start of each event.

The event is described as family friendly and offers a family discount package for immediate family members in the 5k and 10k distances. Child care is available for children ages 3 and up for a fee of $8 per child. A post race pancake breakfast is planned.

To reduce waste and littering, this will be a cup free event. Participants should bring a cup or refillable water bottle to use at aid stations. Volunteers are invited to assist the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Trail Half Marathon
10 km
10k Run/walk
5 km
5k Trail Run/walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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