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California Gold Rush Trail Run - Fall

calendar_today 17 Oct, 2026

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California Gold Rush Trail Run - Fall

About the Event

The California Gold Rush Trail Run - Fall returns to Coloma, California on October 17th, bringing together runners from across the region for a historic event along the South Fork of the American River in Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. Participants will experience the exact location where gold was discovered in 1848, igniting the famous California Gold Rush and contributing to the rapid ascension of California as a state. The race courses weave through single-track dirt trails and some paved paths within the park, offering runners scenic views and diverse terrain that includes rolling hills, flat sections, steep climbs with switchbacks.
Race day in Coloma typically presents cool morning temperatures due to its elevation in the foothills; racers should expect an average temperature of around 17.8°C (64°F) at 7 am, but conditions may range from a low of 11.8°C (53°F) to a high near 23.9°C (75°F). The air feels like the average with no significant wind chill or heat index adjustments. Participants should also be aware that there's an approximately one-third chance of rainfall, which would leave trail conditions firm and slightly soft but manageable for runners prepared for dampness.
Since its inception, this historic race has become a tradition among local communities, attracting hundreds of participants each year who come to experience the unique blend of historical significance and challenging terrain. The event supports various causes including scholarships and community initiatives that aim to preserve the rich heritage of Coloma while promoting physical activity and healthy living in the region.
The California Gold Rush Trail Run - Fall offers a variety of distances, catering to all levels of runners from novice participants to seasoned athletes competing in longer events. Distances include options for kids with a shorter Kids Run, a 5K that starts and finishes at historic Back Street near the park entrance, as well as more challenging routes like the Half Marathon and 10K races.
Kids Run
Start: 08:00:00  •  Fee: $25.00
10K
10K  •  Start: 08:30:00  •  Fee: $65.00
15K
15K  •  Start: 08:30:00  •  Fee: $75.00
5K
5K  •  Start: 08:30:00  •  Fee: $55.00
Half Marathon
21.1K  •  Start: 08:30:00  •  Fee: $85.00
Mile
Start: 08:30:00  •  Fee: $30.00

To register for the California Gold Rush Trail Run - Fall, visit https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=134191. Early registration fees range from $25.00 to $85.00 depending on the distance chosen; online sign-ups close two weeks before race day with packet pickup available at the park’s visitor center one week prior.
Packet pick-up for the event takes place at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Visitor Center located off of Back Street in Coloma, California from 12 pm to 6 pm every weekday leading up to race day. Participants should bring a photo ID and confirmation email if they registered online.
The start line is set on historic Back Street near the entrance to Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park at 7 am sharp for all events except the Mile which starts later at 8:30 am due to its shorter distance requirements. All runners must be physically capable of completing their chosen event within a time limit of four and a half hours.
The California Gold Rush Trail Run - Fall in Coloma, California on October 17th is not just a race but an immersive experience into the heart of early American history coupled with challenging trail running conditions that make it one of the most unique races in the region.

Races Offered

Kids Run

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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08:00

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$25.00

10K

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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08:30

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$65.00

15K

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 15K

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$75.00

5K

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$55.00

Half Marathon

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$85.00

Mile

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 1.6K

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$30.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Coloma.

thermostat Temperature
11.8° / 23.9°
wb_sunny Feels like
9.4° / 21.7°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
9h 34m
water_drop Avg rainfall
1.3 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
air Avg wind speed
7.4 km/h (Light breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
Moderate
terrain Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
sunny Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
humidity_mid Humidity
56.0%
wb_twilight Sunrise
07:14
nightlight Sunset
18:23

About Coloma

Learn more about the host city, Coloma.

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Coloma is a small town in El Dorado County in California's Gold Country region. It was home to Sutter's Mill, the site where the California Gold Rush began after gold was discovered in 1848.

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Race Results

All-time top performances and historical records for California Gold Rush Trail Run - Fall.

Place Name Year Time
🥇 Tony Moore '22 1:55:34
🥈 Terence Li '23 1:58:58
🥉 Campbell Brown '23 2:07:46
4 Pete Totoonchie '22 2:11:08
5 Caleb Kondor '22 2:11:46

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