Spartan Trail - San Jose Trail Challenge
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Event Overview
The Spartan Trail - San Jose Trail Challenge takes place in Sanborn County Park, Saratoga, California, USA. The event will be held on September 27, 2026.
Distances and Course
The event offers three race distances:
- 10 km
- Half Marathon (21 km)
- 50 km
The course is on trails described as "soft" and "single track" within Sanborn County Park, located on the eastern slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The terrain includes well-groomed but steep trails with big climbs and descents. The trail surface provides good footing on flowy singletrack through dense, shaded coastal redwood groves.
Practical Information
The average altitude on the course is approximately 420 meters (1400 feet). The average temperature for the autumn season is listed as 28ºC (82ºF). The nearest airports are San Jose (SJC) and San Francisco (SFO). Racers must park at an off-site location and use a provided shuttle service to reach the venue; there is no onsite parking.
Mandatory and Recommended Gear
For the 50k distance, carrying one 500ml (17 oz) water vessel is mandatory. A bib number and chip timing tag must be worn visibly for all distances.
Recommended equipment includes a hydration system, warm layers for cooler morning temperatures (which can reach the low 40s ºF), tights for protection from poison oak, running shoes with rugged traction, sunscreen, and trekking poles (which are allowed). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
