SUNSET. TRAILS. CIDER.
Sunset & Cider Trail Races | September 28, 2024 | Auburn, California
SUNSET & CIDER TRAIL RACES
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50 KM
The 50K has two unique out and and back segments along the smoothest sections of the American River with a total of 3875ft of climbing. All of it is quite runnable with a very short neighborhood road section and tons of single track trails.
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Half Marathon
The 13.1M has two unique lollipop loops along the American River Canyon rim with a total of 2082ft of total climbing. All of it is runnable with a very short neighborhood road section and majority single track trails.
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5 Miler
The 5M has one out and back loop with a total of 704ft of total climbing. All of it is runnable with a very short neighborhood road section and majority single track trails. Walkers are welcome on this one.
RACE DETAILS
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Friday September 27, 2024
Bib Pickup: 3:30 - 7:00 PMSaturday September 28, 2024
50K Start: 10:00 AM
13M Start (Early): 2:00 PM
13M Start (Standard): 3:00 PM
5M Start: 4:00 PM
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Start & Finish Line: Ponderosa Cider Co, Auburn, CA
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There are 4 unique aid stations along the course. Each station is fully stocked with water, hydration mix, and light food. The 5M has no aid stations. The 13M utilizes Aid #2 and #3. The 50K utilizes Aid #1-#4.
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Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 7:00 PM, walkers permitted
Start Location: Ponderosa Cider Co
Aid Stations: N/A
Elevation Gain: 700ft
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Early Start Time: 2:00 PM
Standard Start Time: 3:00 PM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Start Location: Ponderosa Cider Co
Aid Stations: Mile 4.8 (Aid #2), Mile 8.2 / 9.3 (Aid #3)
Elevation Gain: 1,920ft
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Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Start Location: Ponderosa Cider Co
Aid Stations: Mile 4 (Aid #1), Mile 8.6 (Aid #2), Mile 12 / 27.5 (Aid #3), Mile 19 / 21 (Aid #4)
Elevation Gain: 3,900ft
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All runners will score a Sunset & Cider tee shirt, a commemorative cider glass, and two free cider pours.
Top finishers will receive a custom wood plaque or standing award. -
The 50K qualifies towards the Sierra Ultra Trifecta. More details can be found here.
