Paiute Meadows Trail Run

Susanville, United States • 9 May 2026

Event Overview

The Paiute Meadows Trail Run is the 30th annual event organized by the Lassen Land and Trails Trust. It takes place at Susanville Ranch Park in Susanville, California.

Distances

The event offers several race distances:

  • 50K
  • 50K Relay (Leg 1 is 18.6 miles, Leg 2 is approximately 13.1 miles)
  • 30K
  • Half Marathon (13.7 miles)
  • 4.5 Miler
  • 1-Mile Kids' Trail Race (free for children 12 and under and Lassen College's Special Olympians)

Course

The traditional 4.5-mile course serves as the cornerstone for all distances. It winds through pine forests, meadows, and includes climbs. The longer courses (50K, 50K Relay, 30K, and half marathon) feature single-track trails, climbs, water crossings, and varied terrain, offering views of different landscapes.

Logistics

Race packet and bib pickup is available on the day before the race at the Susanville Historic Train Depot. Pickup is also available on race morning at the park starting at 6:00 AM. There is no race day registration.

This is a cupless race. Aid stations provide water, Hammer Nutrition's Heed electrolyte drink, Hammer gels, fruit (bananas, oranges, watermelon), potato chips, pickles, fruit gummies, M&Ms, ginger ale, and cola. As a Trail Sisters-approved event, feminine hygiene products are available at all aid stations. Hydrapak Speedcups can be purchased for $5 at packet pickup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
50 km
50k Relay
30 km
30k
14 km
1/2 Marathon
5 mi
4.5 Miler
1-Mile Kids Trail Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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