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Hotshot Half Marathon

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT

Location
Camptonville, CA
Tahoe Hotshot Work Center, 15093 Vista Point Rd., 95922
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Featured distance
14.5 Miles
Type
TRAIL
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At a glance

Run a beautiful 14.5-mile trail along Bullards Bar Reservoir, supporting the Wildland Firefighter Foundation in honor of a fallen firefighter.

  • Scenic
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • For a Cause
  • Military & First Responders

Great for: cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course

Join the fire community for the Hotshot Half Marathon, a meaningful 14.5-mile trail run along the scenic Bullards Bar Reservoir in Camptonville, CA. This event serves as a fundraiser for fallen Firefighter Mike Kelly, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Wildland Firefighter Foundation. The course features 95% single track trails and fire roads, supported by fully stocked aid stations hosted by local fire departments and community members. Conclude your run with a taco truck at the finish line, contributing to a vital cause.

What to expect

  • Experience a challenging 14.5-mile trail run with 95% single track and some fire roads.
  • Enjoy three fully stocked aid stations, supported by local fire departments and community.
  • A taco truck awaits you at the finish line.

Standout details

  • Fundraiser for fallen Firefighter Mike Kelly
  • 100% benefits Wildland Firefighter Foundation
  • 95% single track trail course
  • Taco truck at the finish line (cash/cards)

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Vibe Check

Push Potential

Trail + hills

  • Mostly trail

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Trail
  • Hilly
From the organizer

Come join the fire community for a beautiful 14.5-mile trail run along Bullards Bar Reservoir. Hosted by the Tahoe Hotshots, the Hotshot Half Marathon is a fundraiser for fallen Firefighter and beloved friend Mike Kelly. The course is 95% single track with the remaining course being mostly fire roads. There will be 3 fully stocked aid stations hosted by local fire departments, Forest Service employees, and local Camptonville community members. There will be a taco truck at the finish line that accepts cash/cards. 100% of the money raised will go to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation.

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