Sunset & Cider Trail Races

Event information

The Sunset & Cider Trail Races take place in Auburn, CA in October 2026. The event is presented by Bad Luck Run Club and Ponderosa Cider Company. The venue is listed as 102 Gum Lane Unit B near the American River Canyon. Distances offered include the 50K, a 13.1-mile course, and a 5-mile course.

Courses

• 50K
• 13.1 miles
• 5 miles

The 50K uses two out-and-back segments along smooth sections of the American River with about 3760 ft of total climbing. The route is mostly single track with a short neighborhood road section. Aid stations are located at miles 3.8, 10.5, 17.0, 20.9, and 25.6; they will provide water, sports drink, light snacks, and fruit.

The 13.1-mile course consists of two out-and-back loops with about 1890 ft of climbing. It is mostly single track with a short neighborhood road section. Aid stations are at miles 3.8, 4.8, and 8.7 and offer water, sports drink, light snacks, and fruit.

The 5-mile course is a single out-and-back loop of the first five miles of the half marathon and has about 704 ft of climbing. The route is mostly single track with a short neighborhood road section. There are no aid stations on this route; walkers are welcome.

Awards and community support

All participants receive a commemorative 16 oz cider glass. The first 200 registrants receive a BOCO trail running hat. Participants aged 21 and older may receive cider pours provided by Ponderosa Cider Company. Age-group awards are given for 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.

The event’s Unity Initiative offers matched donation benefits for partner nonprofits. Donations may be matched up to $40 or 25% of the registration fee. Selected partners include Placer Food Bank, Sacramento Food Bank, CASA organizations, AcademySTAY, Sierra Club of California, Placer Land Trust, and the ACLU. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.