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Placer Trail Running Festival

Name: Placer Trail Running Festival
Start: 2025-05-17
End: 2025-05-17
Location: Granite Bay

Granite Bay, United States • 17 May 2025

The Placer Trail Running Festival is a premier spring trail running event held in Granite Bay, California, featuring a variety of race distances including 5K, 10K, and 25K. The festival caters to runners of all levels, from beginners to experienced athletes, offering a scenic and runnable course on pristine trails. Participants can also enjoy a 5K Canicross event for those wishing to run with their dogs. Each runner receives a custom award and a festival hat, with top finishers earning special plaques. The festival promises an exciting and inclusive atmosphere for all trail running enthusiasts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Granite Bay

Race information

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25 km

10 km

5 km

5 Km Canicross

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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