Bizz Johnson
- Date Sat 11th October 2025 - Sun 12th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Susanville, California
- Price $59.30 - $112.30
- Races 6 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Bizz Johnson event, taking place from Saturday, October 11th to Sunday, October 12th, 2025, in the beautiful town of Susanville, Lassen. This scenic event offers a unique opportunity to set personal records and even qualify for the prestigious Boston Marathon on a breathtaking downhill course with a total net descent of 929 feet.
The full marathon begins at Mason Station and winds through the stunning Lassen National Forest, featuring a challenging climb followed by a thrilling downhill finish with a remarkable 1300-foot drop over the final 20 miles. Runners will enjoy the beauty of the Susan River Canyon, crossing the river ten times on charming wooden bridges, and passing through two historical railroad tunnels. For those looking for shorter distances, the event includes two half marathons: the Half Marathon and 10K on Saturday, and the Express Half Marathon on Sunday, which covers the second half of the full marathon course. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a newcomer, the Bizz Johnson event promises an exhilarating experience in a picturesque setting. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting weekend of running!
The full marathon begins at Mason Station and winds through the stunning Lassen National Forest, featuring a challenging climb followed by a thrilling downhill finish with a remarkable 1300-foot drop over the final 20 miles. Runners will enjoy the beauty of the Susan River Canyon, crossing the river ten times on charming wooden bridges, and passing through two historical railroad tunnels. For those looking for shorter distances, the event includes two half marathons: the Half Marathon and 10K on Saturday, and the Express Half Marathon on Sunday, which covers the second half of the full marathon course. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a newcomer, the Bizz Johnson event promises an exhilarating experience in a picturesque setting. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting weekend of running!
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!
The Bizz Johnson Trail begins at Mason Station and travels 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.
There are two different half marathon races. The Half Marathon (& 10 Km) on Saturday starts in Susanville and goes out and back using only the last quarter of the full marathon route. The Express Half Marathon on Sunday does the second half of the full marathon, you will be bused to a remote start.
EXPRESS HALF MARATHON RELAY: Leg 1 and 2 runners will be bused to Goumaz Campground with all Express Half Marathon runners. Leg 1 runners will start with the Express Half Marathon. Leg 2 runners will be taken to Devil's Corral at Mile 7 to run the final 6.1 miles to Hobo Camp. The bus will transport Leg 1 runners to the Susanville Historic Train Depot where they can take the shuttle to the finish line at Hobo Camp.
USAT&F certified full marathon course (CA18035RS)
The Bizz Johnson Trail begins at Mason Station and travels 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.
There are two different half marathon races. The Half Marathon (& 10 Km) on Saturday starts in Susanville and goes out and back using only the last quarter of the full marathon route. The Express Half Marathon on Sunday does the second half of the full marathon, you will be bused to a remote start.
EXPRESS HALF MARATHON RELAY: Leg 1 and 2 runners will be bused to Goumaz Campground with all Express Half Marathon runners. Leg 1 runners will start with the Express Half Marathon. Leg 2 runners will be taken to Devil's Corral at Mile 7 to run the final 6.1 miles to Hobo Camp. The bus will transport Leg 1 runners to the Susanville Historic Train Depot where they can take the shuttle to the finish line at Hobo Camp.
USAT&F certified full marathon course (CA18035RS)
Races
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50k
Incl. $7.00 Fee & Custom Microfleece Running Beanie
Sat 11th October 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$107.00
The 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. $6.70 Fee & Custom Microfleece Running Beanie
Sat 11th October 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$101.70
The 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/ -
Half Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Custom Microfleece Running Beanie
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$69.90
The up-and-back Half Marathon begins across the street from the Historic Train Depot. Runners travel up the Bizz Johnson Trail to the Devil's Corral turnaround, where they'll travel back down the Bizz Johnson and finish at the Hobo Camp Day Use Area. Runners will not need to be bused to the start as it begins in town. A shuttle will be available to bring runners back to their cars or runners can opt to walk down the Bizz .75 mile to retrieve their car. For more detailed information, visit https://www.bizzrunningcompany.com/bizzjohnsonmarathon/ -
10k
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Custom Microfleece Running Beanie
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$59.30
The up-and-back 10K begins across the street from the Historic Train Depot. Runners travel up the Bizz Johnson Trail to a marked turnaround, where they'll travel back down the Bizz Johnson and finish at the Hobo Camp Day Use Area. Runners will not need to be bused to the start since it begins in town. A shuttle will be available to bring runners back to their cars or runners can opt to walk down the Bizz .75 mile to retrieve their car. For more detailed information, visit https://www.bizzrunningcompany.com/bizzjohnsonmarathon/ -
Express Half Marathon
Incl. $5.80 Fee & Custom Microfleece Running Beanie
Sun 12th October 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$85.80
The Express Half Marathon on Sunday 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 Half Marathon Relay
Incl. $7.30 Fee & Custom Microfleece Running Beanie
Sun 12th October 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$112.30
This is a 2-person relay. Leg 1 and Leg 2 runners will ride the bus to the start at Goumaz Campground. Leg 1 runners will start with the Express Half Marathon Runners. Leg 2 runners will continue on the bus to Devil's Corral at mile 7. After the handoff, Leg 1 runners will be able to ride the bus back to the Susanville Historic Train Depot where they can catch the bus to the Finish Line. Relay teams are also welcome to send Leg 1 runner on the bus to the start and Leg 2 runner drive a personal vehicle to the handoff zone at Devil's Corral (Mile 7). This would allow the Leg 1 runner a quicker return to town, instead of waiting for the bus to depart.
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