Nail the Rail Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

  • Date Sat 10th April 2027 - Sun 2nd May 2027
  • Time 8:00AM PDT
  • Location Shasta Lake, California
  • Price $31.74 - $85.80
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Nail the Rail Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, taking place from April 10th to May 2nd, 2027, in the stunning Shasta Lake, Shasta area. This exciting event invites runners of all levels to traverse the picturesque Sacramento Rail Trail, a beautifully converted Southern Pacific Railroad track that stretches over 11 miles along the scenic Sacramento River and Keswick Lake.

With a flat and fast course, participants can savor the cool morning air while enjoying breathtaking views. The event features three race distances: the Half Marathon starting at 8 AM, and the 10K and 5K races kicking off at 8:15 AM. Runners will also have the chance to earn finisher awards for the Half Marathon, with top performers recognized in age group categories as well as overall awards. With a limited field of just 500 participants, this is a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and create lasting memories in a beautiful setting. Don't miss out on the pre-race packet pickup on April 23rd at the Redding Fleet Feet Store, and be ready to join fellow enthusiasts for an unforgettable running adventure!

Organiser's Description

Join us for a stroll along the Sacramento Rail Trail. A converted Southern Pacific Railroad track that starts at the base of Shasta Dam and runs for over 11 miles.

Enjoy a the view along the Sacramento River/Keswick Lake in the cool of the morning. Trail is very flat and fast.

Field is limited to 500.

Races include a half marathon, 10K and 5K.

Finisher awards to Half marathoners. Awards 3 deep in age groups, plus overall awards.

Start/Finish will be from the Chappie OHV area at the base of Shasta Dam. Once you cross Shasta Dam you will follow the road down to the OHV area.

Race day registration and packet pickup opens at 7am at OHV area.

Packet pickup and registration on Friday the 23rd from 11am to 3pm at Redding Fleet Feet Store at 1376 Hilltop Dr.

Start times:

Half Marathon - 8am

5K & 10K - 8:15am

Cutoff time of 3hrs 15 minutes for half-marathon.

Races

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $5.14 Fee & T-Shirt Short Sleeve

    Sat 24th April 2027 (8:00AM PDT)

    $74.14

    Cutoff time 3:15
  • 10k

    Incl. $3.34 Fee & T-Shirt Short Sleeve

    Sat 24th April 2027 (8:15AM PDT)

    $42.34

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.74 Fee & T-Shirt Short Sleeve

    Sat 24th April 2027 (8:15AM PDT)

    $31.74

  • Virtual Half-Marathon

    Incl. $5.80 Fee

    $85.80

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Location

16349 Shasta Dam Blvd, Shasta Lake, 96019, CA, United States

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