*2025 Courses Coming Soon

The Canyons 25k will start and finish in historic downtown Auburn. The course will follow the Western States Trail to No Hands bridge and continue to the top of Clementine. From there a 2-mile downhill back to the confluence of the American River and a quick steep climb to Robie Point and through the streets of downtown Auburn and the cheering crowds and finish line festival. 

*Course maps subject to change. Additional cut-off times, medical information, and aid station details will be added approximately 5 months before race day.

Mandatory Gear

• Minimum water supply: 1 liter of hydration capacity
• Reusable cup

Recommended Gear

• Running pack to carry recommended gear throughout the race.
• Mobile/Cell phone (smartphone strongly recommended)
• Additional Nutrition recommendation: 800 kcal (2 gels + 2 energy bars)
• Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains/course terrain.
• ID –passport/ID card
• Hat

Learn more about each Aid Station, elevation gain and loss, cut-off times, and where drop bags and crew are allowed on course.