Run to the Beach - Tahoe Vista

Tahoe Vista, United States • 4 Jul 2026

Event overview

Run to the Beach is a trail running event on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at North Tahoe Regional Park and Tahoe Vista Recreation Area Beach in Lake Tahoe. The event offers two distances:

  • 5K
  • 10K

The course follows scenic trails. The 5K is a shorter route, while the 10K includes a climb. The race finishes at Tahoe Vista Recreation Area Beach, which has sandy shore access for swimming and relaxing. Kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals will be available at the finish area from a local provider.

Entry, fees and on-site details

Registration fees vary by date and category. Examples:

  • 10K: $60 by 3/31; $65 by 7/3 and onsite if available.
  • 10K Youth/Senior: $55 by 3/31; $60 by 7/3; $65 onsite.
  • 5K: $55 by 3/31; $60 by 7/3 and onsite.
  • 5K Youth/Senior: $50 by 3/31; $55 by 7/3; $60 onsite.

Youth is defined as 18 years and under; Senior is 65 years and older. Parking is available at North Tahoe Regional Park for a small fee and is less than a mile from the race finish. A costume and attire contest will be held at the finish area with peer judging and prizes. Participants receive an event T-shirt, free digital race photo, post-event music and food and beverages, recovery food such as fruit, and on-site medical staff. Age-group awards are given in five-year bands when at least five participants are in the age group by gender. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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