SoCal Summer 12K
Pasadena, United States • 31 Jul 2026
SoCal Summer 6K/12K
Pasadena Running Company presents the 2026 SoCal Summer 6K/12K, the second event in a three race trail series. The event uses trails in Lower Arroyo Park, about one mile south of the Rose Bowl, and follows a network of mixed use and single track routes.
- 6K Trail Run
- 12K Trail Run
The 6K course is 3.9 miles with about 221 feet of elevation gain and features climbs on Lower Arroyo trails. The 12K course is 7.8 miles with about 442 feet of elevation gain and is run as two loops of the 6K route. Course difficulty is rated at 2.5 out of 10 for the 6K and 5.5 out of 10 for the 12K.
Early packet pick up is available the day before the event at Run With Us Pasadena, 235 N Lake Ave. The course is professionally marked and supported, with arrows marked on the ground using flour and additional signage. Each distance has at least one aid station stocked with water and electrolyte options; longer courses include CLIF products. Participants covering more than five miles are required to carry hydration.
Perks include a limited edition race shirt, a commemorative wooden medal made in the USA, a swag bag, electronic chip timing, free event photos, and a post-race tacos and drinks gathering. The event is rain or shine, there are no refunds, and bib transfers are allowed with restrictions. Time limits apply but are stated to be achievable by a standard walker. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.