Almaden Hills Trail Run - Summer
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Almaden Hills Trail Run - Summer
The Almaden Hills Trail Run takes place at Almaden Quicksilver Park, Mockingbird Hill entrance, 19535 Mockingbird Hill Ln, San Jose, CA 95120. The courses are on mixed terrain: roughly 60% dirt roads and 40% single track through hilly sections that offer views of the surrounding valley.
Distances and measured ascent:
- 5K : 722 ft ascent
- 10K : 1,434 ft ascent
- 8 Mile : 2,162 ft ascent
- Half Marathon : 3,471 ft ascent
- 30K : 4,803 ft ascent
- Trail Marathon : 6,916 ft ascent
- 50K : 8,222 ft ascent
Two fully stocked aid stations are located at the Mockingbird Parking Lot (start/finish) and the Hacienda Parking Lot; most distances encounter these stations multiple times. Course markings include colored ribbons and signs with direction arrows and distances; ribbon colors are used to define stages on longer courses. Bib colors vary by distance to aid identification.
Drop bag service is available for the 30K, Trail Marathon, and 50K at the Mockingbird Parking Lot with bags moved to Hacienda during the race. All distances finish at the Mockingbird Parking Lot. Parking is provided at Almaden Neighborhood Church about 0.3 mile from the start; toilets are at the start/finish area on a first come, first served basis. Entry fees are non refundable but may be transferred to a future event if requested at least 24 hours before the race. All finishers receive a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
