Darrington Single Track Trail Challenge

Race along the shores of Sacramento's favorite recreational area, Folsom Lake, featuring stony dirt paths that wind along relentless hills with stunning vistas of the lake.

Surface: Dirt, rocks, single-track trail, as little pavement as possible.
Course: Darrington Head Trail Run
Elevation Profile: Rolling hills, with lots of ups and downs.
Weather: California Fall, Highs – 65 degrees / Lows 40 degrees.
Parking: Plenty of parking is available for this event, however carpooling is encouraged as there is a day-use fee.

Two fully loaded aid stations will be open throughout the course.
All runners receive a Commemorative Medal. 
Volunteer photographers to capture pictures of event and runners, posted online for your enjoyment

 

 

 

Upcoming Races

Nov 21 2026
36 Miles
4,500 4,500 ft.
Out and Back
10:00 Cutoff
3 Elevation Rating
Hilly, ~2500-7500 feet in 50 miles
3 Surface Rating
Some rocks, root, and/or ruts

Additional Distances

This event also has the following sub ultra distances

10 KM 5 KM 18 Miles

Results

Date Finishers Top Result (F) Top Result (M)
11/22/25 8 7:35:20 6:42:58
11/23/24 8 7:16:20 7:12:26

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