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Lake Chabot Trail Run

Castro Valley, United States • 8 Nov 2025

The Lake Chabot Trail Run, held in Castro Valley, California, offers a variety of distances including 8K, Half Marathon, 30K, Marathon, 50K, and a free Kid's Run for children six and under. The course begins at the Lake Chabot Regional Park Marina and loops around the scenic Lake Chabot reservoir and surrounding hills, making it ideal for first-time trail runners. The terrain features a mix of single track, dirt roads, and asphalt with elevation gains ranging from 380 to 3,280 feet depending on the distance. Aid stations are stocked every 4-5 miles, and the event emphasizes environmental care by being cupless. All finishers receive medals, with awards for top overall and age group runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Castro Valley

Race information

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50 km
3280 m+
50k
26 mi
2900 m+
Marathon
30 km
1830 m+
30k
13 mi
1450 m+
Half Marathon
8 km
380 m+
Kid's Run (6yo & Younger, 50yd Dash) - Free!
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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