On the first Saturday of June, trail runners gather to test themselves on Lynch Canyon's terrain. Runners experience outstanding views of undulating open space, the Napa Valley, San Francisco Bay, Mt. Tamalpais, and Mt. Diablo. Drawing participants from all around Northern California and beyond, this top notch event has earned a reputation for being the perfect combination of "challenge & fun".
Enjoyed by runners from 8 to 80 years old, and first-timers to sponsored athletes, the Lynch Canyon Trail Run has something for everyone. While trail run distances are challenging with a respectable amount of elevation gain, participants are treated to frequent aid stations and cheerful volunteers. The event also includes a free 2.5 mile community hike to encourage everyone to participate and enjoy some of the great outdoor recreation that Solano County has to offer.
Event proceeds benefit The Solano Land Trust, a non-profit organization that preserves and protects open space in Solano County.
Race Information
The Lynch Canyon Trail Run & Community Hike. Events include a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and 2.5 mi Community Hike
When:
June 6, 2015
Where:
Lynch Canyon Open Space. Listed as one of the "7 (hidden) Wonders of the West" by Sunset Magazine. For more information http://www.solanolandtrust.org/
Directions:
From Interstate-80 East between Vallejo and Fairfield, take the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke exit. Go south toward Hiddenbrooke Parkway. Just before entering the Hiddenbrooke development, turn east (left) on McGary Road (frontage road that runs parallel to I-80). Follow McGary Road for 1.6 miles to where it intersects with Lynch Road. Turn left on Lynch Road, go under the I-80 underpass, and proceed through the gate at the end of the cul-de-sac to the gravel parking lot.
From Interstate-80 West between Fairfield and Vallejo, take the Red Top Road exit. Go south (left) under the underpass. In less than 0.1 mile, turn right on McGary Road (frontage road that runs parallel to I-80). Follow McGary Road for 1.8 miles. Turn right on Lynch Road, go under the I-80 underpass, and proceed through the gate at the end of the cul-de-sac to the gravel parking lot.
Course Maps:
Half Marathon Course Map - Approximations: 3,000 ft climbing, 8 aid stations 1.5 mi apart, aid stations @ 3mi, 6mi, 9mi & finish with sports drink.
Half Marathon Course Map - Approximations: 3,000 ft climbing, 8 aid stations 1.5 mi apart, aid stations @ 3mi, 6mi, 9mi & finish with sports drink.
10K Course Map - Approximations: 1,500 ft climbing, 4 aid stations 1.5 mi apart, aid stations @ 3mi & finish with sports drink.
5K Course Map - Approximations: 400 ft climbing, 2 aid stations 1.5 mi apart, aid station @ finish with sports drink.
Community Hike Course Map - Approximations: 400 ft of climbing, 2 aid stations 1.5 mi apart, aid station @ finish with sports drink.
Start Time:
8:00 am
Online Registration:
Click here for online registration through active.com.
Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration:
6:30am – 7:45am. Packet pick-up is only offered race day morning. Bibs and Tshirts are not mailed or available in advance.
Fees:
Start Time:
8:00 am
Online Registration:
Click here for online registration through active.com.
Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration:
6:30am – 7:45am. Packet pick-up is only offered race day morning. Bibs and Tshirts are not mailed or available in advance.
Fees:
Date 5K 10K Half
Until 3/29 (midnight) $15 $20 $30
3/30-5/3 (midnight) $20 $30 $40
5/4-6/4 (noon) $30 $40 $50
Race Day $40 $50 $60
Community Hike: FREE! In the spirit of encouraging healthy living, anyone signing an event waiver can do the community hike for free. Just signup at the race day registration table and join us for some fun in the outdoors!
Participant Awards:
Half Marathon: Event T-shirt & Finisher's Medal
10K: Event T-shirt
Participant Awards:
Half Marathon: Event T-shirt & Finisher's Medal
10K: Event T-shirt
5K: Event T-shirt
**shirts guaranteed for pre-registered participants only**
Refunds:
No transfers and/or refunds for non participation. Instead, your race fee will be converted to a charitable contribution and you can request a receipt for tax purposes from the Solano Land Trust.
Restrictions:
Bring the family...but leave the pets behind...they are not allowed at Lynch Canyon. Traditional strollers will not work well on this off-road course, however, large wheeled jogger/running style strollers will work on the community hike course (all other courses involve single-track and using a jogging stroller would be dangerous)
Refunds:
No transfers and/or refunds for non participation. Instead, your race fee will be converted to a charitable contribution and you can request a receipt for tax purposes from the Solano Land Trust.
Restrictions:
Bring the family...but leave the pets behind...they are not allowed at Lynch Canyon. Traditional strollers will not work well on this off-road course, however, large wheeled jogger/running style strollers will work on the community hike course (all other courses involve single-track and using a jogging stroller would be dangerous)
No comments:
Post a Comment
Give us your 2 cents!!!