860 Cave Valley Rd., Cool CA
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
🏃♂️ Event Overview
Are you looking for a fun run for a great cause? If so, HoC 5k, 10k and half marathon is just what you are looking for!
- Proceeds: Go directly back to youth of BOMUSD (Black Oak Mines Unified School District) to inspire their future success through agriculture, engineering and VAPA (Visual and Performing Arts).
- Scholarship: A percentage of the funds will be used to scholarship a child to attend Camp Taylor, a camp specifically designed for youth with heart disease.
👕 Registration Details
Register by September 30 to receive a HoC cotton t-shirt with registration.
- Half Marathon: All half marathon participants receive something new for 2025 (TBD).
- Social Media: Check out our Instagram or Facebook page for a photo of the design.
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Activities
This is a family friendly event and we highly encourage you to bring the whole family!
- Family Discount: We offer a family discount package for immediate family members for the 5k and 10k distance.
- Child Care: If you want to participate in the event without your child, take advantage of our $8 per child - child care for children ages 3 and up!
- Post-Race: We will have a post race pancake breakfast.
🏞️ Course Highlights
The Heart of Cool Trail Run traverses some of the best trails Cool, CA and the Sierra Foothills have to offer.
- Famous Trails: Run on the same trails as many of the famous local (and world renowned) events such as Western States 100 Mile, Way too Cool 50k, Rio Del Lago 100 Mile, and many more!
♻️ Sustainability Efforts
To reduce waste and the possibility of littering our trails, this will be a cup free event.
- Bring Your Own: Be sure to bring a cup or water bottle that can be refilled at aid stations.
📅 Event Logistics
- Packet Pickup: Packet and bib pick up will be on Race Day.
- Online Registration: Registration will be available online until the start of each event!
👋 Volunteer Opportunities
We can always use volunteers for this event.
- Help Needed: If you are able to lend a hand during the race, or the day before, please click on the Volunteer tab.
🔗 More Information
For additional details, visit the Heart of Cool Trail Run registration page.
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