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, 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the fourth annual No Foolin' Foot Race, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the picturesque San Carlos, San Mateo. This exciting event invites runners of all ages and skill levels to explore the stunning trails of Big Canyon, Eaton, and Pulgas Ridge. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a fun 1K for kids ages 5-10, a 5K, a challenging 10K, and a brand new Long Course option ranging from 15 to 18K with a tough elevation gain of approximately 2,500 feet!
With registration opening on September 27, 2025, and early bird pricing available until March 18, 2026, there’s no better time to secure your spot in this thrilling race. Join the start and finish festival at Crestview Park for an unforgettable experience featuring professional timing, tech t-shirts, and free runner photos for all participants. Plus, awards will be given in multiple categories! All proceeds from this event will go toward maintaining and improving the beautiful open space trails of San Carlos. Come and be part of this incredible day of running, community, and fun – but remember
With registration opening on September 27, 2025, and early bird pricing available until March 18, 2026, there’s no better time to secure your spot in this thrilling race. Join the start and finish festival at Crestview Park for an unforgettable experience featuring professional timing, tech t-shirts, and free runner photos for all participants. Plus, awards will be given in multiple categories! All proceeds from this event will go toward maintaining and improving the beautiful open space trails of San Carlos. Come and be part of this incredible day of running, community, and fun – but remember
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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Long Course NEW this year! (15-18K with ~2,500ft of climbing)
Registration opens September 27, 2025. Early bird pricing available through March 18, 2026.
Consider yourself warned: This race is no joke! Our courses are technical, grueling and loads of fun. To that end, we will be hosting training runs in early March. 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.
Brought to you by the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos [https://www.prfsancarlos.org/] and the City of San Carlos with support from A Runner's Mind [https://arunnersmind.com].
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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)
*
Long Course NEW this year! (15-18K with ~2,500ft of climbing)
Registration opens September 27, 2025. Early bird pricing available through March 18, 2026.
Consider yourself warned: This race is no joke! Our courses are technical, grueling and loads of fun. To that end, we will be hosting training runs in early March. 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.
Brought to you by the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos [https://www.prfsancarlos.org/] and the City of San Carlos with support from A Runner's Mind [https://arunnersmind.com].
Races
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Long Course (15-18K)
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$69.90
We are thrilled to be introducing an Long Course (15-18K) that incorporates our neighbor to the west, Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve. Route details to be announced, but you can count on working for it! Runners have 3 hours to complete the course. -
10k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$54.00
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 -
5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:30AM PDT)
$43.40
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 -
1K Kids Course
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:35AM PDT)
$22.20
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
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Location
1000 Crestview Drive, San Carlos, 94070, CA, United States
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