PRISTINE TRAILS AWAIT.
Placer Trail Running Festival | May 17, 2025 | Granite Bay, California
PLACER TRAIL FEST
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25 KM
The 25k/15.6 mile takes place on May 17th at 8:30AM from Granite Beach State Park. With so few tough climbs, this is a great one for beginners or experts to run fast! All of it is runnable on a mix of single track trails.
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10 KM
The 10k/6.1 mile take place on May 17th at 8:30AM from Granite Beach State Park. Looking for a easy distance to move your butt quickly? This distance is for you! Short, sweet, with just a few rolling hills, you’re looking at a PR here.
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5KM / 5K Canicross
Our 5k, and 5k Canicross events take place on May 17th at 8:30AM from Granite Beach State Park. For those looking to hit the trails on pristine trails this one takes the cake. Want to run with your furry pal? Check out our 5k Canicross race!
RACE DETAILS
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Friday May 16, 2025
Bib Pickup: 4:00 - 7:00 PMSaturday May 17, 2025
Bib Pickup: 6:30 - 8:15 AM
Kids 1K: 8:00 AM
5K, 5KC, 10K, 25K Start: 8:30 AM
Granite Beach, Granite Bay, CA
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50K: There are 4 aid stations along the course. Each will have water, hydration mix, light snacks, and warm foods.
25K / 10K: There are two aid stations along the course. Each will have water, hydration mix, and light snacks.
5K / 5KC / Kids 1K: There are no aid stations on course but there is a finish line aid station for all to use with water, hydration mix, and light snacks.
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Start Date & Time: Saturday May 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Start Location: Granite Beach, Granite Bay, CA
Aid Stations: None
Elevation Gain: 280ft
Canicross: Dogs must be on leash the entire time of the race.
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Start Date & Time: Saturday May 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Start Location: Granite Beach, Granite Bay, CA
Aid Stations: 1 Aid Station
Elevation Gain: 500ft
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Start Date & Time: Saturday May 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Start Location: Granite Beach, Granite Bay, CA
Aid Stations: 2 Aid Stations
Elevation Gain: 1800ft
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All runners will score a Placer Trail Fest BOCO trucker hat and a custom wood award based on the number of years you've run PTRF.
Additionally, you may purchase a PTRF runner hat or hoodie.
Top finishers will receive a custom wood plaque or standing award. -
In response to recent federal aid cuts, The Unity Initiative was created to support vital nonprofits that serve our communities. By donating to one of our partner organizations, participants can receive a future race discount and have their donation matched — up to $40 or 25% of their registration fee. This program aims to restore a sense of unity and compassion, ensuring local organizations continue to thrive despite reduced government support. Together, we can keep our communities strong.
Selected Nonprofit Partners:
- Placer Food Bank
- Sacramento Food Bank
- Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children of Sacramento (CASA)
- Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children of Placer County (CASA)
- AcademySTAY
- Sierra Club of California
- Placer Land Trust
- American Civil Liberties Union
*Future discounts will be sent upon receipt of proof of donation. Please email donation receipts to info@badluckrunclub.com. Donations must be made in 2025 and prior to event date(s).
