Burton Creek Trail Run

JUN
28
2026
Run the Burton Creek Trail Run on Sunday, June 22, 2025, choosing 6K, 12K, or a half marathon through pine forest and Sierra meadows near Tahoe City. Single track trails and lakeside scenery make this a perfect summer trail getaway.
Sun 28 Jun 2026
Half Marathon 12 kilometers 6 kilometers

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Event overview

The Burton Creek Trail Run takes place on Sunday, June 22, 2025, within Burton Creek State Park near Tahoe City, California. The courses run on single-track trails through pine forest and high Sierra meadows inside the park. The event start location is Tahoe XC at 925 Country Club Drive, Tahoe City, CA 96145. The route area follows Burton Creek, which collects runoff from the Mt. Watson watershed as it heads into Lake Tahoe.

Distances, fees and included items

Distances offered:

  • 6K
  • 12K
  • Half Marathon

Fees vary by registration date and on-site registration. Examples:

  • 6K: $50 (by 12/31), $55 (by 6/21), $60 onsite. Youth and senior rates available.
  • 12K: $55 (by 12/31), $60 (by 6/21), $62 onsite. Youth and senior rates available.
  • Half Marathon: $100 (by 12/31), $110 (by 6/21), $115 onsite. Youth and senior rates available.

Youth is defined as 18 years and under; Senior is 65 years and older. Online processing fees are not included in the listed prices.

The organizer provides discounts for clubs and teams, challenged athletes (30% discount), and military participants (20% discount for active duty, reserve, or retired; military ID required at packet pick-up). Race entries include an event T-shirt, finishing medal, free digital race photo, recovery snacks, medical staff, and a BBQ for Half Marathon entrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
12 km
12k
6 km