Bizz Johnson
- Date Sun 11th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Susanville, California
- Price $54.00 - $91.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Bizz Johnson Marathon on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in the beautiful Susanville, Lassen! This event features a fast, downhill course that is perfect for setting personal records and qualifying for the Boston Marathon, with a remarkable total net downhill loss of 929 feet. Runners can choose from multiple race distances, including the marathon, 50K, Express Half Marathon, and Express 10K, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.
The marathon and 50K kick off at 8:00 AM at Mason Station Trailhead, offering an out-and-back route that transitions onto the scenic Bizz Johnson Trail, weaving through the breathtaking Lassen National Forest. With a 1300-foot descent over the final 20 miles, this course not only provides an incredible running experience but also showcases stunning views of the Susan River Canyon, orange cliffs, and historic railroad tunnels. The Express Half Marathon starts at 9:00 AM, while the Express 10K begins at Devil's Corral, wrapping up the last 6.2 miles of the marathon course. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and the chance to achieve your racing goals!
The marathon and 50K kick off at 8:00 AM at Mason Station Trailhead, offering an out-and-back route that transitions onto the scenic Bizz Johnson Trail, weaving through the breathtaking Lassen National Forest. With a 1300-foot descent over the final 20 miles, this course not only provides an incredible running experience but also showcases stunning views of the Susan River Canyon, orange cliffs, and historic railroad tunnels. The Express Half Marathon starts at 9:00 AM, while the Express 10K begins at Devil's Corral, wrapping up the last 6.2 miles of the marathon course. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and the chance to achieve your racing goals!
Organiser's Description
Set PRs and qualify for the Boston Marathon on this fast, downhill course! Total net downhill loss for the marathon is 929 feet making it the PERFECT course to qualify on! Per official B.A.A. confirmation, there will be no time penalties assessed for this course.
All races in 2026 will be Sunday, October 11. The marathon and 50K start at 8:00 AM at Mason Station Trailhead on McCoy Road with an out-and-back before jumping onto the Bizz Johnson Trail at Mason Station where the races travel through scenic Lassen National Forest. The first few miles of the course climb approximately 280 feet through the forest to Westwood Junction, then its downhill to the finish at Susanville, with a 1300-foot descent over the final 20 miles. The trail follows the route of the old Fernley and Lassen Branch Line of the Southern Pacific Railroad, built in 1914.
Roughly two-thirds of the way through the race, the trail enters the Susan River Canyon. Here, youll pass orange cliffs and cross the river ten times on picturesque wooden railroad bridges. About four miles from the finish, youll pass through two former railroad tunnels, 800 feet and 450 feet in length.
The Express Half Marathon starts at at 9:00 AM at Goumaz Campground which is Mile 14 of the full marathon route. After a short up-and-back, the Express Half Marathon flies down the Bizz Johnson to the finish.
Starting at Devil's Corral, the new Express 10K on Sunday does the last 6.2 miles of the full marathon. This course promises to be a fast, fun race.
For all four events, you will be bused to a remote start.
PACKET PICKUP
* SATURDAY NOON - 6 PM (_50K, MARATHON, EXPRESS HALF MARATHON, EXPRESS 10K_): Susanville Historic Train Depot, 601 Richmond Road
* SUNDAY MORNING 6 AM - 7AM (MARATHON AND 50K), 7AM - 8 AM (EXPRESS HALF MARATHON AND 10K): Susanville Historic Train Depot, 601 Richmond Road
PLEASE visit our WEBSITE [https://bizzrunningcompany.com/bizzjohnsonmarathon/] for maps, schedules, and all the important details!!
USAT&F certified full marathon course (CA18035RS)
All races in 2026 will be Sunday, October 11. The marathon and 50K start at 8:00 AM at Mason Station Trailhead on McCoy Road with an out-and-back before jumping onto the Bizz Johnson Trail at Mason Station where the races travel through scenic Lassen National Forest. The first few miles of the course climb approximately 280 feet through the forest to Westwood Junction, then its downhill to the finish at Susanville, with a 1300-foot descent over the final 20 miles. The trail follows the route of the old Fernley and Lassen Branch Line of the Southern Pacific Railroad, built in 1914.
Roughly two-thirds of the way through the race, the trail enters the Susan River Canyon. Here, youll pass orange cliffs and cross the river ten times on picturesque wooden railroad bridges. About four miles from the finish, youll pass through two former railroad tunnels, 800 feet and 450 feet in length.
The Express Half Marathon starts at at 9:00 AM at Goumaz Campground which is Mile 14 of the full marathon route. After a short up-and-back, the Express Half Marathon flies down the Bizz Johnson to the finish.
Starting at Devil's Corral, the new Express 10K on Sunday does the last 6.2 miles of the full marathon. This course promises to be a fast, fun race.
For all four events, you will be bused to a remote start.
PACKET PICKUP
* SATURDAY NOON - 6 PM (_50K, MARATHON, EXPRESS HALF MARATHON, EXPRESS 10K_): Susanville Historic Train Depot, 601 Richmond Road
* SUNDAY MORNING 6 AM - 7AM (MARATHON AND 50K), 7AM - 8 AM (EXPRESS HALF MARATHON AND 10K): Susanville Historic Train Depot, 601 Richmond Road
PLEASE visit our WEBSITE [https://bizzrunningcompany.com/bizzjohnsonmarathon/] for maps, schedules, and all the important details!!
USAT&F certified full marathon course (CA18035RS)
Races
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50k
Incl. $6.10 Fee & Softstyle T-Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$91.10
OPENS 31 OCTThe 50K begins at the Bizz Johnson Trail - Mason Station Trailhead. With a 3.24-mile out and 3.24-mile back on McCoy Road, the 50K jumps onto the Bizz Johnson Trail and begins the trek to the finish at the Hobo Camp Day Use Area. Runners will be bused to the start. For more detailed information, visit https://www.bizzrunningcompany.com/bizzjohnsonmarathon/ -
Marathon
Incl. $5.80 Fee & Softstyle T-Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$85.80
OPENS 31 OCTThe Marathon begins at the Bizz Johnson Trail - Mason Station Trailhead. With a .78-mile out and .78-mile back on McCoy Road, the Marathon jumps onto the Bizz Johnson Trail and begins the trek to the finish at the Hobo Camp Day Use Area. Runners will be bused to the start. For more detailed information, visit https://www.bizzrunningcompany.com/bizzjohnsonmarathon/ -
Express Half Marathon
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Softstyle T-Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$64.60
OPENS 31 OCTThe Express Half Marathon is a remote start on the Bizz Johnson Trail at Goumaz Campground. Runners will travel the last half of the marathon course. Runners will be bused to the start. For more detailed information, visit https://www.bizzrunningcompany.com/bizzjohnsonmarathon/ -
Express 10K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Softstyle T-Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$54.00
OPENS 31 OCTThe new Express 10K is a truly downhill, fast, fun course starting from Devil's Corral Trailhead and traveling the last 6.2 miles of the marathon course. Runners will be bused to the start. For more detailed information, visit https://www.bizzrunningcompany.com/bizzjohnsonmarathon/
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