21st Annual Garin Park XC Challenge
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Hayward, California
- Price $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 21st Annual Garin Park XC Challenge on Saturday, October 3, 2026, located in the picturesque Hayward, Alameda. This beloved event is set in the stunning East Bay Regional Parks, offering participants a challenging ~5k cross-country race that will put your endurance to the test. As you navigate the hills, prepare for breathtaking views, strenuous climbs, and the occasional surprise from a gopher hole!
Your journey will culminate in a rewarding flat ~0.5 mile stretch leading to the finish line, where you'll celebrate your accomplishment. As a featured event in the USATF Pacific Association Cross Country Grand Prix, this race is not just about competition—it's about community and fun! Join fellow runners for a memorable day filled with camaraderie and the satisfaction of conquering the trails. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to push your limits and soak in the beauty of Garin Park!
Your journey will culminate in a rewarding flat ~0.5 mile stretch leading to the finish line, where you'll celebrate your accomplishment. As a featured event in the USATF Pacific Association Cross Country Grand Prix, this race is not just about competition—it's about community and fun! Join fellow runners for a memorable day filled with camaraderie and the satisfaction of conquering the trails. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to push your limits and soak in the beauty of Garin Park!
Organiser's Description
Take on the hills of the Garin Park XC Challenge in one of the beloved East Bay Regional Parks. Complete with stunning views, challenging climbs, and a few gopher holes to keep your wits alive, this ~5k XC race will make your quads burn like the ends of a beef brisket, and your lungs rethink their purpose in life. After your heart consults Webster's to make sure it does indeed have the correct definition of myocardial infarction, it will bask in the glory of a flat ~0.5 mile stretch into the finish where it feels all the love.
A staple on the USATF Pacific Association (PA) Cross Country Grand Prix, this event is finally old enough to have a beer (legally)!
Come join in the fun!
A staple on the USATF Pacific Association (PA) Cross Country Grand Prix, this event is finally old enough to have a beer (legally)!
Come join in the fun!
Races
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Women's Race (All Ages)
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$27.50
CLOSED -
Masters Men (Ages 40 and Up)
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:45AM PDT)
$27.50
CLOSED -
Open Men (Ages 39 and Under)
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (10:30AM PDT)
$27.50
CLOSED
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Garin Regional Park, 1320 Garin Ave., Hayward, 94544, CA, United States
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