Lake Tahoe Ultra Running, Truckee Running, Tahoe Half Marathons, Tahoe 10k and Tahoe 5K events.

Join us for some amazing running events at Tahoe Trail Running! We have something for everyone in the beautiful Lake Tahoe and Truckee area. Whether you’re an ultra runner with the Marlette 50K or Big Chief 50K, or you prefer the scenic routes of the Lake Tahoe Burton Creek Half Marathon and Olympic Valley Half Marathon, there’s a race for you. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate!

Take in the breathtaking views as you run along the Truckee River and through stunning places like Burton Creek State Park, Palisades Tahoe, Heavenly Valley, and Northstar. Don’t miss out on the chance to explore the iconic Emerald Bay and Flume Trail. Come and experience the joy of running in this beautiful setting!

Tail Wagger 5K

Dog-Friendly

Date: Sunday, May 31, 2025
Distance: 5K, 1 Mile
Location: North Tahoe Regional Park, Tahoe Vista, CA

Olympic Valley Half Marathon and 8-Miler

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Distance: Half Marathon, 13.1 Miles
Location: Village At Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, CA

Burton Creek Trail Run

Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025
Distance: 6K, 12K, Half Marathon
Location: Tahoe City, CA

Run to the Beach

Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
Distance: 5K and 10K
Location: Tahoe Vista, CA

Big Chief 50K

Date: 2025 TBA
Distance: 50K Ultra Trail Run
Location:

Truckee Half Marathon, 5K

Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
Distance: Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K
Location: Truckee, CA

Spooner Lake 5K and 10K

Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Distance: 10K, 5K
Location: Spooner Backcountry, Lake Tahoe, Nevada

Marlette 50K and 10 Miler

Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Distance: 50K, 10 Miles
Location: Spooner Backcountry, Lake Tahoe, Nevada

XTERRA Lake Tahoe 5K 10K

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Distance: 5K and 10K
Location: Incline Village, NV

Emerald Bay Trail Run

Run the Rubicon Trail

Saturday, September 6, 2025
Distance: 12K
Location: D.L. Bliss State Park

Lederhosen 5K

Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Distance: 5K
Location: Tahoe City, CA

Great Trail Race 30K

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Distance: 30K
Location: Truckee to Tahoe City, CA