The Rattlesnake Ramble
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Event overview
The Rattlesnake Ramble takes place in Santa Venetia, California, at China Camp State Park (Miwok Meadows Staging Area). The event window is listed as March 13-16, 2026, with race activities on March 15, 2026. The race offers both live and virtual options in multiple distances.
Distances
- 5K - live and virtual
- 10K - live and virtual
- Half Marathon - live and virtual
Listed entry fees vary by event. Examples from the organizer: the live 5K is shown at $38.10 (incl. $3.10 fee) and the live 10K at $59.30 (incl. $4.30 fee). The live half marathon is shown at $80.50 (incl. $5.50 fee). Some prices increase after early thresholds or on specified dates, and live-event registration deadlines are shown as March 14, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT.
Course, equipment, and policies
Course descriptions note trail terrain for all distances. The 5K is trail with some technical sections and minimal ascent/descent. The 10K includes technical terrain, some single-track trails, and nearly 1,000 feet of total ascent/descent. The half marathon includes technical terrain, single-track sections, and nearly 1,700 feet of ascent/descent; the organizer describes the half marathon as a significant challenge and not recommended for those who have not completed the distance or who are not currently doing trail running.
The organizer states they cannot support refunds, transfers, or credits. In the event of cancellation for wildfires, hazardous air quality, weather, natural disaster, pandemic, or similar force majeure, race items will be shipped to participants and guidance will be provided for completing the course and submitting results. Race swag mentioned includes a woodallion, a custom shirt, and a beer sampler stein. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
