No Foolin' Foot Race

Saturday, April 24, 2027

8:30 AM PDT

San Carlos, California

$22.20–$69.90 · 4 races

1km, 5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the No Foolin' Foot Race in beautiful San Carlos, San Mateo, on Saturday, April 24, 2027! This vibrant event features four exciting race distances that cater to all ages and skill levels. Challenge yourself with the technical 15K, which boasts an impressive 2,300 feet of climbing, or opt for the 10K with 1,500 feet of elevation gain. For those looking for a shorter distance, the 5K offers a thrilling experience with 530 feet of climbing, while adventurous kids aged 5-10 can tackle the 1K course.

The race kicks off at Crestview Park with a festive Start and Finish Festival, including professional timing, tech shirts, and free runner photos for all participants. Remember, pre-registration for the kids' race is now closed, but on-the-spot sign-ups will be available on race morning – just be sure to arrive early as registration ends promptly at 9 AM! With all proceeds benefiting the maintenance and improvement of San Carlos' stunning open space trails, the No Foolin' Foot Race promises to be a highlight of the spring racing calendar. Join us for an unforgettable day of running, community

Races

Long Course (15k)

Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt

We are thrilled to be introducing a 15K that incorporates our neighbor to the west, Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve. Course closes at 11A. Tentative Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3405624997603420382

8:30 AM PDT

$69.90

Register
10k

Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

The 10K route includes some pavement (approximately 3/4 mile) on Brittan Ave, including the infamous Brittan Gut Buster at the very end of the race. Runners have 2 hours to complete the course. Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3103907667806658968

9:00 AM PDT

$54.00

Register
5k

Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

The 5K route is exclusively trail through Big Canyon Park with about 800 ft of climbing. Racers have 60min to complete the course. Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3104554336612265216

9:30 AM PDT

$43.40

Register
1k Kids Course

Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

NOTE: We cannot guarantee finisher medals and shirts for race day registrants. The 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. Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3141476785525380482

9:40 AM PDT

$22.20

Register

Organiser's description

NOTE: Pre-registration for the kids race is now closed. Children may sign up on race morning, though shirts and medals are not guaranteed.

Race morning registration closes at 9 promptly.

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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Long Course NEW this year! (15K with ~2,300ft of climbing)

Consider yourself warned: This race is no joke! Our courses are technical, grueling and loads of fun.

We will be hosting COURSE PREVIEWS ON SUNDAY, MARCH 8 https://www.strava.com/clubs/199226/group_events/3445895457564537484 (5K AND 10K ROUTES) AND SATURDAY, MARCH 28 https://www.strava.com/clubs/199226/group_events/3445895995964799486 (5K AND 15K ROUTES) in partnership with A Runner's Mind and Brooks. RSVP ON STRAVA, AND jOIN OUR STRAVA CLUB https://www.strava.com/clubs/1222737 FOR UPDATES.

Start and Finish Festival at Crestview Park. 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.

Presented by Kaiser Permanente https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org in partnership with the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos https://www.prfsancarlos.org and the City of San Carlos.

Start Times

* 15k - 8:30a Runners have 2.5 hours to complete the course.
* 10k - 9a Runners have 2.5 hours to complete the course.
* 5k - 9:30a Runners have 1 hour to complete the course.
* Kids K - 9:35a Children have 30min to complete the course.

Bib Pick Up

* Race Morning: Saturday April 18 7:30a-9a at Crestview Park

Parking

* Street parking is available along Brittan Ave. and Crestview Drive. ABSOLUTELY NO participant parking available at Crestview Park. Carpooling is strongly encouraged.