No Foolin' Foot Race
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:30AM PDT
- Location San Carlos, California
- Price $22.20 - $80.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the fourth annual No Foolin' Foot Race on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the scenic San Carlos, San Mateo! This exciting event invites runners of all ages to challenge themselves on San Carlos' stunning trails, featuring four distinct race distances: a 1K for kids aged 5-10, a 5K, a 10K, and a brand-new Long Course 15K. Participants will navigate through the beautiful landscapes of Big Canyon, Eaton, and Pulgas Ridge, with courses that promise to be both thrilling and demanding.
Join us at Crestview Park for a vibrant Start and Finish Festival, complete with professional timing, tech t-shirts, and free runner photos for all participants. Awards will be given in multiple categories, celebrating the achievements of everyone involved. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, this event is designed to be fun and rewarding. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable day while supporting the maintenance and improvement of San Carlos' open space trails!
Join us at Crestview Park for a vibrant Start and Finish Festival, complete with professional timing, tech t-shirts, and free runner photos for all participants. Awards will be given in multiple categories, celebrating the achievements of everyone involved. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, this event is designed to be fun and rewarding. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable day while supporting the maintenance and improvement of San Carlos' open space trails!
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.
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].
*
1K (~350ft of climbing) - Perfect for adventurous kids age 5-10
*
5k (~530ft of climbing)
*
10k (~1,500ft of climbing)
*
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.
Races
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Long Course (15K)
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$80.50
CLOSEDWe 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 -
10k
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$64.60
CLOSEDThe 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. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:30AM PDT)
$54.00
CLOSEDThe 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
CLOSEDNOTE: 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
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