Shasta Lake Ultra & Trail Half Marathon

  • Date Sat 14th October 2023
  • Time 1:00PM EDT
  • Location Lakehead, California
  • Price $112.30 - $133.50
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure at the inaugural Shasta Lake Ultra & Trail Half Marathon on Saturday, October 14, 2023, in beautiful Lakehead, Shasta! This exciting event promises a stunning backdrop with the vibrant Shasta Lake as your setting, where you can experience the thrill of running while surrounded by nature’s beauty.

Participants can choose between two exhilarating race distances: a challenging 50K or a scenic Half Marathon. Both courses will feature unique loops starting and finishing at the picturesque Lakeshore Inn, which offers fantastic amenities, including camping, RV sites, and cozy cottages. The Half Marathon will have two diverse routes, combining both trail and road for a dynamic experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy post-race festivities, including a delicious BBQ prepared by a Food Network celebrity chef! Plan your trip now and join the fun at this remarkable event!

Organiser's Description

DUE TO ISSUES BEYOND OUR CONTROL RELATING TO THE HOST VENUE BEING UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP, WE HAVE DECIDED TO CANCEL THE EVENT FOR 2023. ALL ENTRANTS WILL BE REFUNDED AND SHOULD BE FULLY PROCESSED BEFORE 8/1/23. THANK YOU.

Welcome to the inaugural Shasta Lake Ultra and lTrail Half Marathon presented by Pacific Coast Trail Runs. In our continued pursuit of new races in new places, the new Shasta Lake will be epic with the Start and Finish Line on our friends private property. Just last year, we were in a drought and all lakes in California were at all time lows. Now, that Shasta Lake is full, you will be camping a few feet from the water cresting for your weekend pleasure. Not only is there the lake to play in, there is a swimming pool, bar, and restaurant all for this event.

We have reserved the entire Lakeshore Inn. You and your guests can enjoy all the amenities including a choice between:

* 35 - Camping Sites
* 10 - RV sites with FHU - Trailer Hookups
* 10 - One or Two Bedroom Cottages
* 3 - Airstreams
* Other Open Space To Camp

To Book one of the above, then please email G R E G AT T HETR AI LPOR TAL DOT COM.

The first year will feature a 50K and Half Marathon. Course Design was going smoothly until the amazing winter of 2022-23 delivered much needed water. Some of the original trail design has been damaged with no time frame to be completed by October of 223. For the first year, we will feature a "Clover Leaf Style". This is defined as one start/finish location with loops starting and finishing at Lakeshore Inn Resort. Perfect for crews, friends and families to relax and play in the lake or swimming pool while you are enjoying your tour of neighboring trails near Shasta Lake. The Half Marathon will feature two unique loops and the 50K will feature the same two loops repeated twice. To get to the 50K distance we will add an extension on the half marathon loop. Over time, as the race grows, so will volunteers to expand and extend the course as we garner more approval and resources to produce a magical event.

Thank you US Forest Service, Lakeshore Inn Resort, and the city of Lakehead at Shasta Lake for helping us get to the start line.

2023 ALL EVENTS COURSE LINKS:

COURSE DESCRIPTION: There are 4 events, two 50K events and two Half Marathon events will start and finish at the Lakeshore Inn. Runners and hikers will choose between two courses. The Half Marathon has two courses, one trail and one road. The road section is on Lakeshore drive on the shoulder around Shasta Lake.

* 50K TRAIL ELEVATION GAIN: 7,113 feet
* 50K HYBRID TRAIL & ROAD COURSE ELEVATION GAIN: 5,268 feet
* HALF MARATHON TRAIL COURSE ELEVATION GAIN: 2,689 feet
* HALF MARATHON ROAD COURSE ELEVATION GAIN: 844 feet

Elevation of Start/Finish Line at Lakeshore Inn Resort: 1,447 feet
Highest Point of Elevation On Course: 3,904
Lowest Point of Elevation On Course: 1,422

ALL-INCLUSIVE MAP: Coming in August

ELEVATION CHARTS: Coming in August

TURN-BY-TURN: Coming in August


50K TIME LIMIT: 12 Hours
50K CUT-OFF: You must complete the first 18 miles in 7 hours.


CUP FREE RACING:
Reminder that since 2017 we have been cup-free. Please make sure you have a water bottle, portable beverage container, or hydration pack on your person to get hydrated while on course.


ALL EVENTS CREW INFO:
There is minimal crew access for this event. For crews, we recommend chilling at the Lakeshore Inn while your runners are out on course. There will be plenty for you to enjoy at the resort while also being able to crew as needed from the start and finish area.

COURSE MARKING: All courses marked in Orange - we use a combination of Fluorescent Orange Ribbon & 21 steel wire irrigation flags. It will be very hard to be off course. Follow the orange both ways and you are sure to get to the finish line. We will use Orange Flagging and Ribbons to make sure you are on course.

POST-RACE BBQ AT THE LAKE:
Food Network Celebrity Chef Yaku Moton-Spruill and PCTR co-owner will be ready to fill your bellies after the race.

PLAN YOUR TRIP NOW:
Email Greg at The trail p o rt al.com for more info about staying at the Lakeshore Inn

Pack these essential items.

* Folding Chair.
* Floating Device Tube, raft, kayak, stand-up paddle board.
* Bathing Suit & Towel.
* Change of clothes and a positive attitude.

Races

  • Shasta Lake Ultramarathon

    Incl. $8.50 Fee & Event Shirt

    Sat 14th October 2023 (11:00AM EDT)

    $133.50

    CLOSED
  • Shasta Lake Trail Half Marathon

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & Event Shirt

    Sat 14th October 2023 (1:00PM EDT)

    $112.30

    CLOSED
  • Shasta Lake Ultramarathon Hybrid Course

    Incl. $8.50 Fee & Event Shirt

    Sat 14th October 2023 (11:00AM EDT)

    $133.50

    CLOSED
    This is half Road and the rest trail. The road is flat around the lake that has dirt shoulder to run on as well. This is an easier option to the 7,000 foot of elevation gain in the more challenging ultra.
  • Shasta Lake Road Half Marathon

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & Event Shirt

    Sat 14th October 2023 (1:00PM EDT)

    $112.30

    CLOSED
    This is a rolling road around the lake. Barely any elevation gain or loss. There is dirt shoulder to run on as you take in a full Shasta Lake. More time to relax at the Lakeshore Inn resort and play in the lake later.

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20483 Lakeshore Drive, Lakehead, 96051, CA, United States

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