The Cedar Grove Scamper - Presented by Chico Running Club
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Chico, California
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Cedar Grove Scamper, a vibrant celebration of community and fitness taking place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the picturesque Bidwell Park, Chico, Butte. This exhilarating 4-mile race invites participants of all ages to join in the fun, with divisions for both the Open category and Masters (ages 40+), ensuring everyone has a chance to compete and enjoy the day.
The race kicks off at 8 AM, starting and finishing at the Cedar Grove Picnic Area, where runners will traverse a beautiful loop through the park's scenic trails and paved paths. With proceeds benefiting the Chico Running Club—celebrating an incredible 50 years of supporting local runners and events—participants can feel great about contributing to a worthy cause. Don’t miss out on the post-race refreshments and the chance to cheer on fellow runners as they cross the finish line. Whether you're racing or volunteering, the Cedar Grove Scamper is the perfect way to embrace the spirit of running and community.
The race kicks off at 8 AM, starting and finishing at the Cedar Grove Picnic Area, where runners will traverse a beautiful loop through the park's scenic trails and paved paths. With proceeds benefiting the Chico Running Club—celebrating an incredible 50 years of supporting local runners and events—participants can feel great about contributing to a worthy cause. Don’t miss out on the post-race refreshments and the chance to cheer on fellow runners as they cross the finish line. Whether you're racing or volunteering, the Cedar Grove Scamper is the perfect way to embrace the spirit of running and community.
Organiser's Description
Join us for Chico Running Club's Spring 4 Miler, the Cedar Grove Scamper. For our second year the race will again feature an Open Division (all ages) and a Master's Division (age 40+). Race proceeds benefit Chico Running Club, celebrating 50 years running! Our programs include our scholarship fund and our non-profit mission to support running events and local runners in Chico and the North State.
DATE: Saturday May 16, 2026 @ 8am
LOCATION: Cedar Grove Picnic Area in Bidwell Park, Chico - Google Map [https://g.co/kgs/gnZ3P95]
PARKING: At the Cedar Grove dirt lot, or overflow on East 8th Street
Course: A beautiful 4 mile loop through lower Bidwell park, the course starts and ends at Cedar Grove picnic area. Surfaces are pavement and dirt trail.
The course begins at South Park Drive and quickly crosses the Forest Avenue bridge to the North side of Big Chico Creek. From there it runs up Peterson Memorial drive then doubles back on the Vallombrosa dirt trail. It proceeds until turning back on South Park Drive after the Highway 99 over-crossing to return to Cedar Grove. Course Map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3324553081420701476]
Divisions: There are two race divisions- enter either the Open Division (all ages) or the Master's Division (ages 40+). Prizes will be given to the top finishers in each division.
BIBS AND TIMING: Bibs will be given to all race entrants. Packet pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Friday May 15th from 1:30-4:30. Bib pick-up can also be done the day of the race at Cedar Grove, starting at 7:30. Timing will be performed by Chico Running Club.
AID STATIONS: One water station will be on the course at the half way point of the race. Please carry any water or food needed during the race. Water and snacks are available at the start and finish, park bathrooms are available at Cedar Grove.
Give Aways: All those who registered before Sunday April 26th and selected the shirt option ($15 additional) will receive a shirt at check-in.
Discounted Registration: To celebrate our 50th anniversary Chico Running Club Members receive 50% off race registration. You can join the club at our website [https://chicorunningclub.org/club-membership/]. _Please don't select member registration unless you are signed up as a member.
_REFRESHMENTS: Drinks and snacks will be provided after the race. Please stay after completing the race to cheer on other participants as they cross the finish.
VOLUNTEERS: Not ready to participate? Volunteers are needed and welcome for this race. Please click on the volunteer tab in the RunSignUp menu to sign up.
SPONSORS: Would you like to sponsor this event? We have T-Shirt, Refreshment, and Event Sponsor tiers.
_RACE INSURANCE: Is provided by a RunSignUp partner. Chico Running Club does not provide or administer race insurance should participants elect to purchase it. _
DATE: Saturday May 16, 2026 @ 8am
LOCATION: Cedar Grove Picnic Area in Bidwell Park, Chico - Google Map [https://g.co/kgs/gnZ3P95]
PARKING: At the Cedar Grove dirt lot, or overflow on East 8th Street
Course: A beautiful 4 mile loop through lower Bidwell park, the course starts and ends at Cedar Grove picnic area. Surfaces are pavement and dirt trail.
The course begins at South Park Drive and quickly crosses the Forest Avenue bridge to the North side of Big Chico Creek. From there it runs up Peterson Memorial drive then doubles back on the Vallombrosa dirt trail. It proceeds until turning back on South Park Drive after the Highway 99 over-crossing to return to Cedar Grove. Course Map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3324553081420701476]
Divisions: There are two race divisions- enter either the Open Division (all ages) or the Master's Division (ages 40+). Prizes will be given to the top finishers in each division.
BIBS AND TIMING: Bibs will be given to all race entrants. Packet pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Friday May 15th from 1:30-4:30. Bib pick-up can also be done the day of the race at Cedar Grove, starting at 7:30. Timing will be performed by Chico Running Club.
AID STATIONS: One water station will be on the course at the half way point of the race. Please carry any water or food needed during the race. Water and snacks are available at the start and finish, park bathrooms are available at Cedar Grove.
Give Aways: All those who registered before Sunday April 26th and selected the shirt option ($15 additional) will receive a shirt at check-in.
Discounted Registration: To celebrate our 50th anniversary Chico Running Club Members receive 50% off race registration. You can join the club at our website [https://chicorunningclub.org/club-membership/]. _Please don't select member registration unless you are signed up as a member.
_REFRESHMENTS: Drinks and snacks will be provided after the race. Please stay after completing the race to cheer on other participants as they cross the finish.
VOLUNTEERS: Not ready to participate? Volunteers are needed and welcome for this race. Please click on the volunteer tab in the RunSignUp menu to sign up.
SPONSORS: Would you like to sponsor this event? We have T-Shirt, Refreshment, and Event Sponsor tiers.
_RACE INSURANCE: Is provided by a RunSignUp partner. Chico Running Club does not provide or administer race insurance should participants elect to purchase it. _
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