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No Foolin' Foot Race

Date
April 24, 2027
Distance
Long Course (15K) · 10k · 5K & more
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From the Organizer

NOTE: Pre-registration for the kids race is now closed. Children may sign up on race morning, though shirts and medals are not guaranteed. 

Race morning registration closes at 9 promptly.

Explore San Carlos' outstanding trail system as a runner in the fourth annual No Foolin' Foot Race! There's something for everyone with four challenging events through Big Canyon, Eaton and Pulgas Ridge

  • 1K (~350ft of climbing) - Perfect for adventurous kids age 5-10

  • 5k (~530ft of climbing)

  • 10k (~1,500ft of climbing)

  • Long Course NEW this year! (15K with ~2,300ft of climbing)

Consider yourself warned: This race is no joke! Our courses are technical, grueling and loads of fun.

We will be hosting course previews on Sunday, March 8 (5K and 10K routes) and Saturday, March 28 (5K and 15K routes) in partnership with A Runner's Mind and Brooks. RSVP on Strava, and join our Strava Club for updates.

Start and Finish Festival at Crestview Park. Professional timing; Tech-Ts and free runner photos for all participants; Awards in multiple categories. 

All proceeds benefit maintenance and improvement of San Carlos open space trails. 

Presented by Kaiser Permanente in partnership with the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos and the City of San Carlos.

Start Times

  • 15k - 8:30a Runners have 2.5 hours to complete the course.
  • 10k - 9a Runners have 2.5 hours to complete the course.
  • 5k - 9:30a Runners have 1 hour to complete the course.
  • Kids K - 9:35a Children have 30min to complete the course.

Bib Pick Up

  • Race Morning: Saturday April 18 7:30a-9a at Crestview Park

Parking

  • Street parking is available along Brittan Ave. and Crestview Drive. ABSOLUTELY NO participant parking available at Crestview Park. Carpooling is strongly encouraged. 

 

Events

Long Course (15K)8:30 AMRegister →
5K9:30 AMRegister →
1K Kids Course9:40 AMRegister →

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

70°

Typical Low

47°

Chance of Rain

14%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Redwood City, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:23 AMSunset 7:53 PMDaylight 13h 29m

Host City

About San Carlos, CA

Population

29,797

as of 2023

Elevation

130 ft

Nearest Airport

SFO

San Francisco International Airport · 10 mi

Time Zone

Pacific Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

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Days to train

Race
No Foolin' Foot Race
Date
April 24, 2027

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the No Foolin' Foot Race?
No Foolin' Foot Race is a running race held in San Carlos, California on April 24, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the No Foolin' Foot Race?
Saturday, April 24, 2027 in San Carlos, California at 1000 Crestview Drive, San Carlos, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the No Foolin' Foot Race?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

No Foolin' Foot Race

Apr 24, 2027

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