Rancho Hills Trail Run - Fall
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Rancho Hills Trail Run - Fall, November 13, 2027
The Rancho Hills Trail Run is scheduled at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve in Morgan Hill, California, with the preserve address listed as 4289 Casa Loma Road. The event offers multiple trail distances over varied terrain.
Distances include:
- 5K
- 10K
- 8 Mile
- 10 Mile
- Half Marathon
- 30K
- Trail Marathon
- 50K
The course is described as very hilly with long ascents and exposed sections. Examples of total ascent by distance include about 2,772 feet for the half marathon, 5,741 feet for the trail marathon, and 6,059 feet for the 50K. Trails consist mainly of single track and dirt roads with creek crossings and oak-shaded sections. Views look out over the South Bay foothills and the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Aid and logistics: there are two fully stocked aid stations at Rancho Cañada del Oro and Bald Peaks/Needlegrass, multiple water stops at trail intersections, and toilets at the main start/finish and several aid stations. Drop bags are permitted at the Rancho Cañada del Oro aid station only. Cutoff limits are given as durations, ranging from 1 hour for the 5K to 9 hours for the 50K; cutoffs will be enforced.
Additional notes: wildlife caution for rattlesnakes, limited parking with an overflow lot on Casa Loma Road, and medals for all finishers. Organizers recommend carpooling because parking is restricted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
