Rattlesnake Mountain Challenge
- Date Sat 27th December 2025 - Sun 4th January 2026
- Time 9:00AM PST
- Location Reno, Nevada
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the exhilarating Rattlesnake Mountain Challenge, taking place from December 27, 2025, to January 4, 2026, in the stunning Reno, Washoe area! This action-packed event invites both youth and adult athletes, ages 5 and up, to participate in a picturesque 5K trail run through the breathtaking Rattlesnake Mountain and Huffaker hills. The race kicks off at 9 AM on Saturday, December 27, and promises a fantastic experience for all, with a long sleeve performance shirt included in your registration.
As a recognized and sanctioned race by USA Track and Field, the Rattlesnake Mountain Challenge ensures a professionally timed event, with results posted online after the race. With limited parking at Huffaker Hills Trailhead, participants are encouraged to arrive early and take advantage of shuttle services running from Longley Town Center between 7 AM and 11 AM. Don’t miss your chance to capture the memories with professional photography provided by Comet Creation, showcasing your passion and determination as you conquer the trails. Join us for this exciting fundraiser supporting the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program, and help local athletes take their skills to the next level!
As a recognized and sanctioned race by USA Track and Field, the Rattlesnake Mountain Challenge ensures a professionally timed event, with results posted online after the race. With limited parking at Huffaker Hills Trailhead, participants are encouraged to arrive early and take advantage of shuttle services running from Longley Town Center between 7 AM and 11 AM. Don’t miss your chance to capture the memories with professional photography provided by Comet Creation, showcasing your passion and determination as you conquer the trails. Join us for this exciting fundraiser supporting the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program, and help local athletes take their skills to the next level!
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
Parking is limited at Huffaker Hills Trailhead, once the parking lot and side of the road parking is full, volunteers will direct participants to park at the Longley Town center parking lot at the bottom of the mountain where a shuttle will be available.
We encourage participants and fans to ride in the same vehicle and arrive early to the race.
SHUTTLE SERVICE WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM 7AM-11AM FROM THE PARKING LOT AT THE LONGLEY TOWN CENTER.
IN FRONT OF THE FORMER "WASTING ARROWS" STORE WHICH IS NOW VACANT.
5260 LONGLEY LANE
RENO, NV 89511
Please park and wait for the shuttle, we have a 15 passenger van which will depart every 15 minutes or when the van is full to assist with getting participants and fans to the starting line.
If you have questions please email the race director
[email protected]
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
Parking is limited at Huffaker Hills Trailhead, once the parking lot and side of the road parking is full, volunteers will direct participants to park at the Longley Town center parking lot at the bottom of the mountain where a shuttle will be available.
We encourage participants and fans to ride in the same vehicle and arrive early to the race.
SHUTTLE SERVICE WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM 7AM-11AM FROM THE PARKING LOT AT THE LONGLEY TOWN CENTER.
IN FRONT OF THE FORMER "WASTING ARROWS" STORE WHICH IS NOW VACANT.
5260 LONGLEY LANE
RENO, NV 89511
Please park and wait for the shuttle, we have a 15 passenger van which will depart every 15 minutes or when the van is full to assist with getting participants and fans to the starting line.
If you have questions please email the race director
[email protected]
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.
Races
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5k Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Sat 27th December 2025 (9:00AM PST)
$43.40
CLOSED -
Virtual 5k Race
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
$38.10
CLOSED
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