Rattlesnake Mountain Challenge
- Date Sat 27th December 2025
- Time 9:00AM PST
- Location Reno, Nevada
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Rattlesnake Mountain Challenge on Saturday, December 27, 2025, in the scenic Reno, Washoe area! This exciting trail running event features a beautiful 5K course through the breathtaking landscapes of Rattlesnake Mountain and Huffaker Hills, perfect for athletes of all ages—5 and up. The race will kick off at 9 AM, and participants can choose between the in-person 5K and a virtual option, making it accessible to everyone.
All registrants will receive a stylish long sleeve performance shirt, and this officially timed race is recognized and sanctioned by USA Track and Field, ensuring a top-quality experience. Plus, with professional photography services capturing the action, you’ll have memorable photos of your adventure! Parking is limited at the trailhead, but a convenient shuttle service will be available from 7 AM to 11 AM to transport participants from the shopping center near Starbucks to the race starting point. Not only is this event a chance to enjoy nature and challenge yourself, but it also serves as a fundraiser for the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program, helping young athletes reach their dreams of competing at the Junior Olympics. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run
All registrants will receive a stylish long sleeve performance shirt, and this officially timed race is recognized and sanctioned by USA Track and Field, ensuring a top-quality experience. Plus, with professional photography services capturing the action, you’ll have memorable photos of your adventure! Parking is limited at the trailhead, but a convenient shuttle service will be available from 7 AM to 11 AM to transport participants from the shopping center near Starbucks to the race starting point. Not only is this event a chance to enjoy nature and challenge yourself, but it also serves as a fundraiser for the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program, helping young athletes reach their dreams of competing at the Junior Olympics. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run
Organiser's Description
Enjoy a trail run in the beautiful Rattlesnake Mountain and Huffaker hills. This course is all trail.
Long sleeve performance shirt is included in race registration fee.
THE 5K RACE WILL BEGIN AT 9AM ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 27TH, 2025.
5k and virtual 5k available
Youth and adult athletes are welcome, ages 5 and up.
THIS IS A RECOGNIZED AND SANCTIONED RACE BY USA TRACK AND FIELD.
EMT SERVICES WILL BE PROVIDED BY REMSA.
THIS RACE WILL BE OFFICIALLY TIMED AND RESULTS WILL BE POSTED ONLINE AFTER THE RACE.
PARKING
There is limited parking at Huffaker Hills trailhead, the race will have a shuttle from 7am-11am to take participants from the parking lot at the bottom of the mountain in the shopping center, near the starbucks, to the trail head. If you have questions regarding this, please email us.
RACE SHUTTLE 7AM-11AM
STARBUCKS
5280 LONGLEY LN RENO, NV 89511
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES
We will have professional photography at this year's event sponsored by Comet Creation.
Comet Creation's signature work is movement.
Specializing in candid and intense in-motion portraits of people's passions, love, life events and hard work that reflects who they are, and what they do with purpose.
You don't have to pause.
Live, enjoy, and let Comet Creation do the rest!
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/cometcreationllc/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/CometCreationLLC
Website : www.comet-creation.com [https://www.comet-creation.com]
PACKET PICKUP
Packet Pickup will be available at the Huffaker Hills Trailhead from:
2-5PM ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 26TH AND 7-8:30AM ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 27TH.
HUFFAKER HILLS TRAILHEAD
4400 ALEXANDER LAKE ROAD
RENO, NV 89521
This is a fundraiser for the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program. Every season members from Azteca FC work hard to qualify for the Junior Olympics. This 5k is a fundraiser to assist the athletes who qualify to attend and compete in the Junior Olympics. In July 2025, Jackson Sevilla and Ethan Tang, represented Azteca FC at the Junior Olympics In Savannah, Georgia. Your generous support helps athletes compete at the highest level and gain national recognition to help them earn opportunities to compete at the college level.
Long sleeve performance shirt is included in race registration fee.
THE 5K RACE WILL BEGIN AT 9AM ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 27TH, 2025.
5k and virtual 5k available
Youth and adult athletes are welcome, ages 5 and up.
THIS IS A RECOGNIZED AND SANCTIONED RACE BY USA TRACK AND FIELD.
EMT SERVICES WILL BE PROVIDED BY REMSA.
THIS RACE WILL BE OFFICIALLY TIMED AND RESULTS WILL BE POSTED ONLINE AFTER THE RACE.
PARKING
There is limited parking at Huffaker Hills trailhead, the race will have a shuttle from 7am-11am to take participants from the parking lot at the bottom of the mountain in the shopping center, near the starbucks, to the trail head. If you have questions regarding this, please email us.
RACE SHUTTLE 7AM-11AM
STARBUCKS
5280 LONGLEY LN RENO, NV 89511
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES
We will have professional photography at this year's event sponsored by Comet Creation.
Comet Creation's signature work is movement.
Specializing in candid and intense in-motion portraits of people's passions, love, life events and hard work that reflects who they are, and what they do with purpose.
You don't have to pause.
Live, enjoy, and let Comet Creation do the rest!
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/cometcreationllc/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/CometCreationLLC
Website : www.comet-creation.com [https://www.comet-creation.com]
PACKET PICKUP
Packet Pickup will be available at the Huffaker Hills Trailhead from:
2-5PM ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 26TH AND 7-8:30AM ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 27TH.
HUFFAKER HILLS TRAILHEAD
4400 ALEXANDER LAKE ROAD
RENO, NV 89521
This is a fundraiser for the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program. Every season members from Azteca FC work hard to qualify for the Junior Olympics. This 5k is a fundraiser to assist the athletes who qualify to attend and compete in the Junior Olympics. In July 2025, Jackson Sevilla and Ethan Tang, represented Azteca FC at the Junior Olympics In Savannah, Georgia. Your generous support helps athletes compete at the highest level and gain national recognition to help them earn opportunities to compete at the college level.
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