Champion Mine Trail Race
Champion Mine Trail Race is a running race on October 11, 2026 in Nevada City, CA, with entry fees from $35 to $65.
- Date
- October 11, 2026 (80 days to go)
- Price
- $35–$65
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Challenge Yourself and Enjoy the Great Outdoors
Join the Sierra TrailBlazers Running Club and Bear Yuba Land Trust for the 2nd annual Champion Mine Trail Race! Money raised through the races, besides supporting a great race, will be used to support more trails in Nevada County and the Mines to Pines trail work.
NEW - Race map coming soon, route has been corrected with easier to follow directions. Stay tuned!
Get ready to travel to a must-see destination race in Northern California. Explore some of Nevada City’s most exciting trails with this challenging half-marathon (13.1 miles) event. The course winds through towering pines, crosses a historic swinging bridge, and challenges runners with a series of rewarding climbs. With multiple aid stations, historical landmarks, and a newly constructed trail section offering varied terrain, this course rivals some of the best trail races in Northern California.
Runners will enjoy breathtaking views along the Tribute Trail and Deer Creek, combined with a beautiful variety of landscapes throughout the race. Best of all, the adventure begins right on Nevada City’s historic Broad Street — a truly unforgettable starting line!
The Champion Mine Trail Run offers a dynamic mix of pavement, gravel, and single-track trails, making it a must-do event for any trail enthusiast.
There will also be a 5K and new this year, a 10K! A 5K too short for you and a 1/2 marathon just sounds painful, then please consider the 10K. You won't be disappointed.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
13%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Nevada City, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Nevada City, CA
City Elevation
2,901 ft
Nearest Airport
TKF
Truckee Tahoe Airport · 44 mi
Major Hub
SMF
Sacramento International Airport · 53 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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80
Days to train
- Race
- Champion Mine Trail Race
- Date
- October 11, 2026
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About This Sport
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Make it a Racecation
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Champion Mine Trail Race
Oct 11, 2026