Rancho Hills Trail Run - Fall
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Event overview
The Rancho Hills Trail Run takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve in Morgan Hill, California. Multiple distance options are offered, including:
- 5K
- 10K
- 8 Mile
- 10 Mile
- Half Marathon
- 30K
- Trail Marathon
- 50K
The event uses a mix of singletrack and fire roads. The course is described as very hilly with significant elevation gain on longer distances. Examples of recorded ascent: 5K 464 ft, Half Marathon 2,772 ft, 50K 6,059 ft. Overall time limits are set per distance, for example 5K - 1 hour and 50K - 9 hours.
Course, aid and logistics
The preserve offers exposed sections, creekside shade under oak trees, and panoramic views from higher points. The surface is dirt trails and fire roads. There are two primary aid stations: Rancho Canada del Oro (start/finish) and Bald Peaks/Needlegrass. Multiple water stops are located at trail intersections. Organizers strongly encourage runners to carry at least one, preferably two, water bottles or a hydration pack. Only one toilet is available at the main parking lot; additional public restrooms are noted nearby. Parking is restricted with a designated overflow lot on Casa Loma Road. Wildlife caution: watch for rattlesnakes. Entry fees are non-refundable but transferable to a future event under stated conditions; all finishers receive a medal. Online, mail, and race-day registration options are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.