Truckee Half Marathon and 5K

Truckee Half Marathon and 5K takes place on July 31, 2027, in Truckee, California, through the forests of the northern Sierra. Two distances are offered: the half marathon over 21 km (13 mi) and a 5 km (3.1 mi). Start times and elevation gain are not listed in our records.

Truckee sits close to 6,000 feet, which is enough to cost a sea-level runner several minutes over a half marathon regardless of shape. The mountain air is dry as well as thin, so drink more than usual the day before and expect your breathing to feel laboured at a pace that would be easy at home — that is the altitude talking, not your fitness.