Signal Peak Trail Runs

Emigrant Gap, United States • 3 Oct 2026

Event overview

Signal Peak Trail Runs takes place on October 3, 2026, at Bear Valley Group Campground, Nevada City, CA 9595. The event offers the following distances:

  • 50K
  • 24M

The summit of Signal Peak provides views of Bear Valley, Lake Spaulding, the South Yuba River, and North American River Canyons. The 24-mile course does not summit Signal Peak.

Course and logistics

The course is an out-and-back with a loop at the east end that includes the Signal Peak summit for the 50K distance. Portions of the route follow Signal Peak OHV Road, which contains very rocky sections; the organizer notes that runners with weak ankles should take caution. Permits for the event have not yet been secured; if permits cannot be issued, early registrants will receive a refund. Maps and further event information are provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
24 mi
24m
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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