Truckee Half Marathon | Truckee 5K Course Information

The Truckee Half Marathon course showcases the majestic, diverse beauty of Truckee and its surroundings. Starting in Historic Downtown Truckee, the course soon heads west and circumnavigates Donner Lake. At the ≈ 11-mile mark, you’ll face the toughest climb of the course heading up Northwoods Blvd. The final mile or so of the half is a downslope on the new Trout Creek Trail. Note: The actual distance of this route is ≈13.65 miles.

The Truckee 5K Course heads up the Trout Creek Trail. This is an out-and-back course.

Race Headquarters:

The Truckee Half Marathon, Truckee 5K, and Truckee Kids Running are held at Alibi Ale Works, 10069 Bridge St, Truckee, CA 96161. There is NO parking at the main venue. Parking is available on surface streets, most of which are metered.

Truckee Half Marathon and 5K Google Map

Please Note:

This event takes place on public trails and roads and that these public trials and roads are open to the public during this event. Please use proper trail and road etiquette and common courtesy on shared trails and roads.

Elevation Info:

  • Half Marathon
    • 5841′ Minimum Elevation
    • 6251′ Maximum Elevation
    • 1118′ Elevation Gain

Mixed Surface:

  • The Half Marathon has ≈ 2 miles of unpaved surface, including single-track and dirt roads.