No Foolin' Foot Race
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location San Carlos, California
- Price $22.20 - $69.90
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 1km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the fourth annual No Foolin' Foot Race on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the beautiful city of San Carlos, San Mateo! This exciting event invites runners of all ages and skill levels to explore the stunning trail systems of Big Canyon, Eaton, and Pulgas Ridge. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including the 1K (perfect for adventurous kids aged 5-10 with about 350 feet of climbing), a challenging 5K (~530 feet of climbing), a 10K (~1,500 feet of climbing), and a brand-new 18K option (~2,400 feet of climbing) for those looking to push their limits.
The race will kick off and conclude with a vibrant Start and Finish Festival at Crestview Park, where participants can enjoy professional timing, receive tech T-shirts, and capture their moments with free runner photos. Awards will be presented in multiple categories, making it a competitive yet fun environment for all. Plus, every entry helps support the maintenance and enhancement of the beautiful San Carlos open space trails. Don’t miss out—registration opens on September 27, 2025, and be sure to join our Strava Club
The race will kick off and conclude with a vibrant Start and Finish Festival at Crestview Park, where participants can enjoy professional timing, receive tech T-shirts, and capture their moments with free runner photos. Awards will be presented in multiple categories, making it a competitive yet fun environment for all. Plus, every entry helps support the maintenance and enhancement of the beautiful San Carlos open space trails. Don’t miss out—registration opens on September 27, 2025, and be sure to join our Strava Club
Organiser's Description
Explore San Carlos' outstanding trail system as a runner in the fourth annual No Foolin' Foot Race! There's something for everyone with four challenging events through Big Canyon, [https://goo.gl/maps/RKSGGXfwhbvHyQ1y9/] Eaton [https://goo.gl/maps/ef3Ado5BDqJHkZya7] and Pulgas Ridge [https://www.openspace.org/preserves/pulgas-ridge].
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1K (~350ft of climbing) - Perfect for adventurous kids age 5-10
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5k (~530ft of climbing)
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10k (~1,500ft of climbing)
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18k NEW this year! (~2,400ft of climbing)
Start and Finish Festival at Crestview Park. [https://goo.gl/maps/6eikfBNr6UGpJUdd7/]
REGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 27, 2025.
Professional timing; Tech-Ts and free runner photos for all participants; Awards in multiple categories.
All proceeds benefit maintenance and improvement of San Carlos open space trails.
Brought to you by the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos [https://www.prfsancarlos.org/] and the City of San Carlos.
Due to popular demand, we will be hosting training runs in early March. JOIN OUR STRAVA CLUB [https://www.strava.com/clubs/1222737?oq=no%20fo] FOR UPDATES.
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1K (~350ft of climbing) - Perfect for adventurous kids age 5-10
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5k (~530ft of climbing)
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10k (~1,500ft of climbing)
*
18k NEW this year! (~2,400ft of climbing)
Start and Finish Festival at Crestview Park. [https://goo.gl/maps/6eikfBNr6UGpJUdd7/]
REGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 27, 2025.
Professional timing; Tech-Ts and free runner photos for all participants; Awards in multiple categories.
All proceeds benefit maintenance and improvement of San Carlos open space trails.
Brought to you by the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos [https://www.prfsancarlos.org/] and the City of San Carlos.
Due to popular demand, we will be hosting training runs in early March. JOIN OUR STRAVA CLUB [https://www.strava.com/clubs/1222737?oq=no%20fo] FOR UPDATES.
Races
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18k
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$69.90
OPENS 27 SEPWe are thrilled to be introducing an 18K course that incorporates our neighbor to the West, Pulgas Ridge Open Space preserve. -
10k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$54.00
OPENS 27 SEP -
1K Kids Course
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:35AM PDT)
$22.20
OPENS 27 SEPThe kids course is exclusively trail roughly 1K with 350ft of climbing. Children will step off at ~9:35A and have 30min to complete the course. This will be a big challenge for many youngsters! It is appropriate for children with some running experience. Children may run accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parent or guardian must be present in Crestview Park or on course at all times during the event. No child care will be provided. Follow links above for a detailed course map. -
5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:30AM PDT)
$43.40
OPENS 27 SEPThe 5K route is exclusively trail.
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No Foolin' Foot Race
