Nail the Rail Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
- Date Sat 26th April 2025
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Shasta Lake, California
- Price $42.34 - $80.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Nail the Rail Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, taking place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in the picturesque Shasta Lake, Shasta. This exciting event invites runners of all levels to experience the stunning Sacramento Rail Trail, a beautifully converted Southern Pacific Railroad track that meanders along the Sacramento River and Keswick Lake. With a fast and flat course that stretches over 11 miles, participants can enjoy the cool morning air while taking in breathtaking views.
This year’s race features three distances: a challenging half marathon, an invigorating 10K, and a family-friendly 5K, ensuring there’s a perfect option for everyone. The event is capped at 350 participants, making it an intimate gathering of running enthusiasts. Runners will start at the Chappie OHV area at the base of Shasta Dam, with the half marathon kicking off at 8 AM and the 5K & 10K following shortly after at 8:15 AM. Don’t miss your chance to earn finisher awards for the half marathon and compete for top honors in various age groups. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at this unforgettable
This year’s race features three distances: a challenging half marathon, an invigorating 10K, and a family-friendly 5K, ensuring there’s a perfect option for everyone. The event is capped at 350 participants, making it an intimate gathering of running enthusiasts. Runners will start at the Chappie OHV area at the base of Shasta Dam, with the half marathon kicking off at 8 AM and the 5K & 10K following shortly after at 8:15 AM. Don’t miss your chance to earn finisher awards for the half marathon and compete for top honors in various age groups. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at this unforgettable
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 350.
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 25th 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 30 minutes for half-marathon.
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 350.
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 25th 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 30 minutes for half-marathon.
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