Gateway to Yosemite 5k/10k
- Date Sun 21st September 2025
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Merced, California
- Price $20.00 - $40.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the Gateway to Yosemite 5K/10K, taking place on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in the beautiful city of Merced, California! This exciting event, set at the scenic Fahrens Park Disc Golf Course, invites runners of all ages to experience a vibrant atmosphere while tackling stunning trails. Participants can choose between a 5K or a 10K route, with the 10K featuring a picturesque turnaround at General Vang Park.
This year, the Gateway to Yosemite race will also serve a wonderful cause, supporting the development of the Aletha June All-Inclusive Playground, set to open in Spring 2026. This innovative playground will include inclusive swings, slides, and features designed to ensure playtime is accessible for children of all abilities. All finishers will be rewarded with a custom Gateway to Yosemite medal, making this event one you won't want to miss. Don’t forget, participants aged 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult on the race course. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day filled with community spirit, health, and fun!
This year, the Gateway to Yosemite race will also serve a wonderful cause, supporting the development of the Aletha June All-Inclusive Playground, set to open in Spring 2026. This innovative playground will include inclusive swings, slides, and features designed to ensure playtime is accessible for children of all abilities. All finishers will be rewarded with a custom Gateway to Yosemite medal, making this event one you won't want to miss. Don’t forget, participants aged 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult on the race course. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day filled with community spirit, health, and fun!
Organiser's Description
RACE LOCATION
FAHRENS PARK DISC GOLF COURSE
3400 SAN LORENZO WAY
MERCED, CA 95348
Lace up those running shoes for the second Gateway to Yosemite 5K/10K on September 21, 2025! 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.
This years event will benefit the development of the Aletha June All-Inclusive Playground at General Vang Pao Park. This playground will include inclusive swings, slides, and additional features that expand access to play for all abilities. Aletha June Playground will break ground later this year with a planned opening in Spring 2026.
All finishers will receive a custom Gateway to Yosemite medal.
Participants 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult on the race course.
FAHRENS PARK DISC GOLF COURSE
3400 SAN LORENZO WAY
MERCED, CA 95348
Lace up those running shoes for the second Gateway to Yosemite 5K/10K on September 21, 2025! 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.
This years event will benefit the development of the Aletha June All-Inclusive Playground at General Vang Pao Park. This playground will include inclusive swings, slides, and additional features that expand access to play for all abilities. Aletha June Playground will break ground later this year with a planned opening in Spring 2026.
All finishers will receive a custom Gateway to Yosemite medal.
Participants 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult on the race course.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.92 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 21st September 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$35.00
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/embedded/5921181088?width=600&height=401&elevation=true&line_color=E61900DC&rgbhex=DC0019&distance_markers=0&unit_type=imperial&map_mode=ROADMAP&show_marker_every -
10k Run
Incl. $3.21 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 21st September 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$40.00
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6562771960/ -
1K Parent and Me
Incl. $2.08 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 21st September 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$20.00
This fun run is open to our youngest participants and will take place at the Disc Golf Course at Fahrens Park.
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