Run to the Beach - Tahoe Vista

JUL
4
2026
Celebrate Independence Day with Run to the Beach, a scenic trail run from North Tahoe Regional Park to Tahoe Vista Recreation Area Beach in Lake Tahoe offering 5K and 10K courses. Finish on the sand with swimming, paddle rentals, music and post race fun.
Sat 4 Jul 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

Run to the Beach is a trail running event on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at North Tahoe Regional Park and Tahoe Vista Recreation Area Beach in Lake Tahoe. The event offers two distances:

  • 5K
  • 10K

The course follows scenic trails. The 5K is a shorter route, while the 10K includes a climb. The race finishes at Tahoe Vista Recreation Area Beach, which has sandy shore access for swimming and relaxing. Kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals will be available at the finish area from a local provider.

Entry, fees and on-site details

Registration fees vary by date and category. Examples:

  • 10K: $60 by 3/31; $65 by 7/3 and onsite if available.
  • 10K Youth/Senior: $55 by 3/31; $60 by 7/3; $65 onsite.
  • 5K: $55 by 3/31; $60 by 7/3 and onsite.
  • 5K Youth/Senior: $50 by 3/31; $55 by 7/3; $60 onsite.

Youth is defined as 18 years and under; Senior is 65 years and older. Parking is available at North Tahoe Regional Park for a small fee and is less than a mile from the race finish. A costume and attire contest will be held at the finish area with peer judging and prizes. Participants receive an event T-shirt, free digital race photo, post-event music and food and beverages, recovery food such as fruit, and on-site medical staff. Age-group awards are given in five-year bands when at least five participants are in the age group by gender. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k
5 km