Gateway to Yosemite 5k/10k
Gateway to Yosemite 5k/10k is a running race on September 20, 2026 in Merced, CA, featuring the 1K, 5K, and 10K distances, with entry fees from $32 to $36.
- Date
- September 20, 2026 (79 days to go)
- Location
- 3400 San Lorenzo Way, Merced, CA
- Distance
- 1K · 5K · 10K
- Price
- $32–$36
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Race Location
Fahrens Park Disc Golf Course
3400 San Lorenzo Way
Merced, CA 95348
Lace up those running shoes for the fourth Gateway to Yosemite 5K/10K on September 20, 2026! Fahrens Park offers a spacious area for spectators and amazing some amazing trails through the disc golf course and dog park. with the 10K turnaround point at General Vang Park.
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Participants 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult on the race course.
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
89°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
3%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Merced, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Merced, CA
City Elevation
165 ft
Nearest Airport
MCE
Merced Regional Macready Field · 2 mi
Major Hub
FAT
Fresno Yosemite International Airport · 56 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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79
Days to train
- Race
- Gateway to Yosemite 5k/10k
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Location
- 3400 San Lorenzo Way, Merced, CA
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From Endurance Grid
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Gateway to Yosemite 5k/10k
Sep 20, 2026