FOURmidable

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FOURmidable runsignup.com
Date 13 Feb, 2027
Races 4 distances
Entry fee $40.00 – $80.00
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FOURmidable

About the event

FOURmidable Trail Run (50K | 35K | Half Marathon+ | 13K)

Presented by SingleTrack Running

Location: Auburn Overlook Park — 855 Pacific Ave, Auburn, CA 95603

Are you ready to test your grit on one of Northern California's premier trail challenges? Hosted in the endurance capital of the world, the FOURmidable Trail Run takes runners through the rugged, scenic canyon trails of the Auburn and Cool areas.

Featuring less than one mile of pavement across all distances, this event treats you to singletrack trails, river canyon views, and the infamous climbs that give the race its name.

The Four Climbs

The signature 50K course packs over 6,000 feet of cumulative elevation gain, headlined by the "FOUR" formidable climbs:

  • Cardiac Hill
  • K2 (aka Training Hill)
  • Knickerbocker (Old Auburn Dam Site)
  • Overlook Hill

Whether you take on the full 50K ultra or choose the 35K, Half Marathon+ (13.2 mi), or 13K, you will experience the best singletrack Auburn has to offer.

Race Schedule & Start Times

All distances run on race day.

DistanceStart Time
50K8:00 AM
35K8:15 AM
Half Marathon+ (13.2 mi)8:30 AM
13K9:00 AM

What's Included

  • Custom Swag & Bibs: SingleTrack Running takes pride in quality, practical swag designed to celebrate your finish without cluttering your closet.
  • Fully Stocked Aid Stations: Staffed by experienced trail volunteers ready to help refuel and hydrate you quickly. Stations include water, electrolyte drink, gels, soda, boiled potatoes, candy, salt tabs, and more.
  • Post-Race Celebration: Finish at Overlook Park with plenty of hot food, drinks, and trail camaraderie.

Important Event Logistics

1. Cupless Racing

In an effort to keep trails clean and minimize waste, FOURmidable is a 100% cupless event.

  • Every runner must carry a handheld bottle, hydration pack, or reusable collapsible cup.
  • Paper cups will not be provided at aid stations. Collapsible cups will be available for purchase on-site, or you can bring your own.

2. Packet Pick-Up

  • Early Pick-Up (Recommended): Friday (day before the race) from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Start/Finish area (Auburn Overlook Park).
  • Race Morning: Available at Overlook Park starting 1 hour prior to your wave start. Note: Any swag/bibs not claimed by race start will be gifted to race-day volunteers.

3. Parking & Vehicle Camping

  • Runner Parking: Primary parking at Overlook Park is reserved for registered runners. Overflow parking is available along Pacific Ave and at the nearby staging area (staging area parking requires a paid fee—please obey posted local signs).

Races offered

13Feb

FOURmidable 50k

Running

Distance
50K
Start time
08:00
Entry fee
$80.00
13Feb

FOURmidable 35k

Running

Distance
35K
Start time
08:15
Entry fee
$60.00
13Feb

FOURmidable Half Marathon +

Running

Distance
21.6K
Start time
08:30
Entry fee
$50.00
13Feb

FOURmidable 13k

Running

Distance
13K
Start time
08:45
Entry fee
$40.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for February in Auburn.

Temperature2.7° / 12.9°
Feels like-1.2° / 9.6°
Sunshine hours7h 6m
Rainfall8.9 mm
Snowfall0.6 cm
Wind10.5 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity75.4%
Max UV indexModerate (3.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:54
Sunset18:40

About Auburn

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Auburn is a small city in Placer County on Interstate 80 in California.

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Race results

Official finishing times from previous editions of FOURmidable.

Place Name Gender Age City Time
🥇 Daniel Breazeale M 26 Santa Rosa, CA 1:14:52.34
🥇 Tony Giglini M 40 Auburn, CA 2:09:49.21
🥇 Jeremy Koons M 33 Roseville, CA 3:16:21.85
🥇 Max King M 36 Bend, OR 3:32:36.82
🥈 Eddie Sahyoun M 40 Rocklin, CA 1:18:12.21

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