Santa Cruz Trail Run

Santa Cruz Trail Run : Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

The Santa Cruz Trail Run offers three off-road race distances through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park near Felton, CA. The courses run under giant redwoods and open to coastal breezes, with varied surfaces that include moderately technical dirt trails, twisty single track, stretches of dirt fire road, a brief paved section, and a half-mile ridge of loose sand.

Distances

• 10K (6.0 Miles, 980' Elevation Gain)
• Half Marathon (13.5 Miles, 2,625' Elevation Gain)
• 30K (18.2 Miles, 3,250' Elevation Gain)

The 30K and Half Marathon cross the San Lorenzo River twice. Courses are marked with colored ribbon, laminated signs, and occasional flour arrows; blue ribbons mark wrong-way trails. Aid stations are placed approximately every 5-6 miles and may provide energy gels, stroop-waffles, trail mix, pretzels, chips, PB&J sandwiches, boiled potatoes with salt, soda, water, Skratch Labs hydration, salt tablets, and seasonal fruit. Runners are encouraged to carry at least one 20 oz bottle. This is a cupless event so participants must bring a reusable cup or bottle; reusable cups and soft flasks will be available for purchase at the event.

All races are chip timed with disposable chips attached to the back of bibs. The event has a total capacity of 330 runners. Post-race food selection includes sweet and salty snacks, fresh fruit, and pre-packaged items. Volunteer roles include setup, aid stations, course marshaling, timing, and post-race food; volunteers receive a race T-shirt, food, and potential event credit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.