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Horseshoe Lake Trail Run

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT

Location
La Honda, CA
Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve, (no street address), 94020
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Type
TRAIL
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At a glance

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A challenging 31.1-mile trail run with spectacular Pacific Ocean and Santa Cruz Mountains views through open space preserves.

  • Scenic

Great for: runners training for a serious effort

Less ideal for: first-time racers without recent mileage, pure PR-chasing on a bare course

The Horseshoe Lake Trail Run offers a challenging 31.1-mile journey through the stunning Skyline Ridge, Long Ridge, and Russian Ridge Open Space Preserves in La Honda, CA. Runners will experience a course primarily along the Bay Area Ridge Trail, renowned for its spectacular vistas. Prepare to be captivated by expansive views of the Pacific Ocean and the majestic Santa Cruz Mountains as you navigate this mountainous trail. This event is designed for those who appreciate a longer, scenic trail experience.

What to expect

  • A demanding 31.1-mile trail course through open space preserves.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Cruz Mountains.
  • Navigate a mountainous trail primarily along the Bay Area Ridge Trail.

Standout details

  • 31.1-mile trail run
  • Spectacular Pacific Ocean views
  • Santa Cruz Mountains vistas
  • Bay Area Ridge Trail course

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Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 8:15 AM PDT · From $64.60

    Opens Jul 18, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 8:00 AM PDT · From $75.20

    Opens Jul 18, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

  • 30K

    Sat, Apr 18, 8:00 AM PDT · From $80.50

    Opens Jul 18, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

+ 2 more options
  • 26.2 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 8:00 AM PDT · From $85.80

    Opens Jul 19, 2025, 2:27 PM PDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

  • 31.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 8:00 AM PDT · From $96.40

    Opens Jul 19, 2025, 2:27 PM PDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

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Trail + hills

  • Mostly trail

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The course

  • Trail
  • Hilly
From the organizer

The course is within the Skyline Ridge, Long Ridge, and Russian Ridge Open Space Preserves. The majority of the course is along the Bay Area Ridge Trail with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Cruz Mountains.

(Distances are accurately measured using a Rolatape® surveyor's measuring wheel.)

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